Forklift Operator Jobs in Texas
A Forklift Operator plays a crucial role in the logistics industry, ensuring the efficient management of goods in warehouses and distribution centers. Their primary responsibilities include loading and unloading cargo, moving goods stored on pallets or in crates around the storage facility, stacking goods in the correct storage bays, and following inventory control instructions. They also check loads for accuracy and damages, ensuring that the correct products are delivered to the right location. To ensure safety, forklift operators are required to perform regular machine checks and adhere to safety regulations.
Important skills for a Forklift Operator include good hand-eye coordination, physical fitness, attention to detail, and the ability to adhere to safety guidelines. As the work involves lifting heavy goods and operating machinery, forklift operators must be comfortable with physical work and have a high level of mechanical aptitude. They should also have a good understanding of warehouse processes and inventory control. Certifications in forklift operation are critical, with OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) forklift certification being a common requirement. Prior to becoming a Forklift Operator, a person may have roles such as a Warehouse Associate, Delivery Driver, or Material Handler.
Forklift and Distribution Center Associate (San Antonio, Texas)
- Weyerhaeuser
- San Antonio, TX
- 4 days ago
- Weyerhaeuser
- San Antonio, TX
- 4 days ago
Weyerhaeuser Distribution is a leader in distributing building products for residential, light commercial and home improvement applications worldwide. We have an immediate opening for a Forklift...
Forklift Operator HIRING IMMEDIATELY!
- VALLEY INTN'L COLD STG
- Harlingen, TX
- 5 days ago
- VALLEY INTN'L COLD STG
- Harlingen, TX
- 5 days ago
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED TO OPERATE FOR THE POSITION: Forklift: Stand-up forklift Pallet jacks: Riding type. Stretch-wrap machine, slip sheet attachment....
Operator to join our team....
- LGG Industrial
- La Porte, TX
- 12 days ago
- LGG Industrial
- La Porte, TX
- 12 days ago
LGG INDUSTRIAL LGG INDUSTRIAL is a solutions-driven national distributor of hoses, gaskets, and conveyor products. Our skilled colleagues serve customers in various industrial segments to improve...
Automotive Parts Warehouse Clerk - Toyota of North Austin
- Austin, TX
- 4 days ago
- Austin, TX
- 4 days ago
Toyota of North Austin is part of fast growing Group 1 Automotive, a leader in automotive retail and we are looking to add qualified PARTS WAREHOUSE CLERK to our team. We offer you a professional...
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Warehouse Associate - Wash Load Capacity Specialist - 2nd Shift
- Round Rock, TX
- moments ago
- Round Rock, TX
- moments ago
Requisition Number: 200063 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate Wash Load Capacity Specialist to support the Rental Division. The Wash Load Capacity Specialist is responsible...
Beacon is now QXO! We’re looking for bold, entrepreneurial talent ready to help build something extraordinary — and reshape the future of building products distribution. QXO is a publicly traded...
Schneider is hiring warehouse associates in Midland, Orla and Saragosa, Texas. If youre a safety-focused person who enjoys working on a team, we want you! As a Schneider warehouse associate, you...
Schneider is hiring warehouse associates in Midland, Orla and Saragosa, Texas. If youre a safety-focused person who enjoys working on a team, we want you! As a Schneider warehouse associate, you...
We are in need of a reliable Warehouse Worker. The Job Includes keeping up with inventory, filling orders, boxing wheels, Taking wheels on and off vehicles, experience mounting and balancing tires...
Lon Smith Roofing has a warehouse position available at our south Fort Worth location. Full-time position offering competitive hourly rate with as needed overtime. Benefits offered: Vacation,...
Continental Battery Systems is a rapidly growing North American PE-backed company looking to add a highly-skilled, energetic, and collaborative employee to our team. We are seeking a career-minded...
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Forklift operator certification. Successful completion of on-the-job training; completing levels 1 and 2 of the positional training offered....
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The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Forklift Operator position
- Picking & Packing
- Pallet Jack
- Palletizing
- LTL
- Stacking
- Material Handling
- Pulling Orders
- Staging
- Warehouse Management
- Bill of Lading
- Warehouse Inventory
- Shrink Wrapping
- Warehousing
- Shipping
- Order Fulfillment
- Cycle Counting
- RF Scanner
- Warehouse Management System
- Raw Materials
- Packing
- Inbound
- Labeling
- Pulling
- Sorting
- Loading & Unloading
- Supply Chain
- Forklift Operator
- Forklift
- Shipping and Receiving
- Merchandising
- Inventory Control
- Housekeeping
- Reimbursement
- Stand Up Reach Forklift
- Scanning
- Distribution
- Packaging
- Logistics
- Military Background
- High School Diploma
- Driving
- Flexibility
- Filing
- Inventory Management
- English
- Regulations
- Sales
- Policy Development
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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