Forklift Operator I (PE) - TX

Join our team! We are seeking an experienced and safety‑focused Forklift Operator I to support daily warehouse operations in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment. This role requires strong forklift skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure while meeting tight deadlines. The ideal candidate is certified, dependable, and comfortable working in tight spaces with heavy equipment. Compensation & Shift Schedule • Pay Rate: $19.00 – $21.00 per hour • Shift: Monday – Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM • Annual Bonuses & Merit Increases Key Responsibilities • Safely operate sit‑down and stand‑up forklifts • Load and unload heavy power equipment and materials • Store and retrieve materials using pallet racking systems (including tight spaces) • Review new orders in SAP for accuracy and schedule daily production • Create, organize, file, and distribute work instructions as needed • Assist with improving shipping and warehouse processes • Use RF scanners and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) for inventory tracking • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area • Perform other duties as assigned Required Skills & Experience • 2-4 years Stand-Up Forklift Operator experience • Valid Forklift certification • Experience working in a high‑volume warehouse • Comfortable working under pressure and meeting production deadlines • SAP experience highly preferred • Experience with WMS and RF scanners • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. • Ability to work in a fast‑paced warehouse/office environment Language Skills • Ability to read and speak English • Ability to read and understand simple instructions and short written communications • Ability to write basic correspondence • Ability to communicate effectively in one‑on‑one situations Physical & Work Environment Requirements • Stand and walk for 8–10 hours per day • Regular use of hands and arms for handling materials • Occasional stooping, kneeling, or crouching • Frequent lifting and moving of up to 50 pounds • Ability to work in a non‑climate‑controlled warehouse • Exposure to noise, chemicals, and industrial materials • Hearing protection required Benefits We offer an excellent benefits package for full‑time and part-time 30+ employees, eligible the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment, including: Health Benefits We offer a robust PPO health plan through Blue Shield of California, including: • PPO Individual Plan: $500 deductible / $3,000 out‑of‑pocket maximum • PPO Family Plan: $1,500 deductible / $6,000 out‑of‑pocket maximum Mental Health & Wellness Benefits • Mental Health Service Administrator (MHSA) • Teladoc medical and behavioral health services • Wellvolution wellness programs • Ginger mental health support • LifeReferrals • Maven Maternity Program Financial & Career Benefits • FREE Basic Life & AD&D Life Insurance at 1x your Annual Gross Earnings • FREE Dependent Life up to $10,000 • Voluntary Employee, Spouse and Child Life & AD&D • FREE Basic Short Term Disability • FREE Basic Long Term Disability • Flex Spending for Medical and Dependent Care • Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year • Employee Referral Program • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary company match (eligible the 1st of the month following 90 days of employment) Additional Voluntary Benefits • Volunteer benefit plans available • Accident Insurance • Critical Illness Insurance • Hospital Indemnity Insurance • MetLife Hyatt Legal Time Off & Paid Leave • 9–11 Paid Holidays (based on work schedule: 5/8 or 4/10) • Generous Paid Time Off – accrues up to 4 weeks per year starting on your first day! • Jury Duty • Bereavement Leave - up to 5 paid days • Paid Volunteer Time Off • Paid Par