Forklift Operator
27 days ago
Haltom City
Job Description Key Responsibilities • Operate forklifts (sit-down, stand-up, or specialty forklifts) to handle and transport steel materials., • Load and unload steel products from trucks, railcars, and storage racks., • Secure loads using chains, straps, or other approved methods to prevent shifting or damage., • Inspect the forklift before each shift, checking brakes, steering, lift mechanisms, and safety devices., • Read and interpret work orders, shipping manifests, and inventory instructions., • Stage and organize materials in designated areas for production or shipment., • Communicate with team members and spotters to ensure safe movements in tight or high-traffic areas., • Maintain cleanliness and organization in work areas to ensure safe forklift operation., • Report any damage to materials, equipment, or facilities immediately to a supervisor., • High school diploma or equivalent., • Proven forklift operation experience, preferably in the steel industry or other heavy industrial environments., • Current forklift certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)., • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in hot, cold, and outdoor environments., • Strong attention to safety and situational awareness., • Experience handling long, heavy, or irregular steel loads., • Ability to operate additional equipment such as overhead cranes or side-loaders. Steel handling requires extreme attention to safety. The Forklift Operator must continuously operate at safe speeds, maintain awareness of the surroundings, and communicate clearly with ground personnel to avoid accidents.