Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator Heavy Industrial ManufacturingThis role operates high-capacity forklifts and supports shipping and receiving activities in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment. The position focuses on safely moving long and heavy materials such as steel and pipe, performing basic rigging tasks, and ensuring accurate documentation for all inbound and outbound shipments. You will work closely with production teams, including welders and fitters, to keep materials flowing efficiently and maintain accurate inventory records while starting early morning shifts.ResponsibilitiesOperate sit-down forklifts, including 5-ton and 36-ton units, to move, load, and unload long and heavy materials such as steel and pipe.Use rigging techniques to safely lift, position, and transport heavy materials in an industrial or construction-style setting.Handle shipping and receiving tasks, including loading outbound trucks and unloading inbound shipments.Review and verify packing slips, shipping documents, and related paperwork for accuracy before processing shipments.Track and record inventory movements, ensuring materials are correctly labeled, stored, and documented in inventory systems.Measure steel and other materials using a tape measure to confirm dimensions and quantities before shipment or storage.Move materials around the facility to support welders, fitters, millwrights, and other production personnel.Assist with bolt-up and material positioning activities as needed to support fabrication and assembly operations.Maintain a strong focus on safety while operating forklifts and rigging equipment, following OSHA-aware practices and site safety procedures.Monitor shipment accuracy, double-check counts and descriptions, and promptly report discrepancies or damage.Collaborate with team members in shipping, receiving, and production to prioritize work and meet shipping deadlines.Arrive reliably for early morning start times around 5:00 AM and maintain consistent attendance.Keep work areas, loading zones, and material storage locations organized and free of hazards.Essential SkillsStrong experience operating forklifts, with sit-down forklift operation preferred.Hands-on rigging experience in an industrial, construction, or heavy manufacturing setting.Proven ability to handle long and heavy materials such as pipes and steel safely and efficiently.Familiarity with shipping and receiving processes, including loading and unloading trucks.Experience working with packing slips, shipping documents, and basic documentation.Inventory control experience, including tracking, recording, and verifying material movements.Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately to verify material dimensions.Reliable attendance with the ability to work early start times around 5:00 AM.Safety-focused mindset with awareness of OSHA-related safe work practices.Comfort working around welders, fitters, millwrights, and other production team members.Detail-oriented approach with strong awareness of shipment and inventory accuracy.Team-oriented attitude and strong work ethic in a fast-paced industrial setting.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in steel fabrication facilities, pipe yards, or heavy manufacturing environments.Experience operating high-capacity forklifts such as 5-ton and 36-ton units.Familiarity with Doosan forklifts or similar industrial forklift brands.Experience supporting millwright activities, including bolt-up and material positioning.Comfort working closely with production teams to coordinate material flow and priorities.Ability to interpret basic material descriptions, counts, and dimensions from work orders or shipping documents.Why Work Here?This opportunity offers the chance to work in a stable heavy industrial environment where safety, teamwork, and reliability are highly valued. You will play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly, gain experience with high-capacity forklifts and rigging, and collaborate closely with skilled trades professionals. The role provides consistent early-morning hours, a structured routine, and the opportunity to build long-term skills in shipping, receiving, and material handling within a supportive team culture.Work EnvironmentThe work environment is a heavy industrial manufacturing facility with a strong focus on shipping, receiving, and material handling. You will operate sit-down forklifts, including 5-ton and 36-ton units, and may work with Doosan forklifts or similar equipment. The role involves working around welders, fitters, millwrights, and other production staff, with frequent exposure to steel, pipe, and other heavy materials. Work is primarily performed in and around loading docks, yards, and production areas, where noise, moving equipment, and active fabrication work are present. Shifts begin early in the morning around 5:00 AM, and the pace can be fast to meet shipping deadlines. The position requires adherence to safety procedures, use of appropriate personal protective equipment, and practical work attire suitable for a heavy industrial environment.Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Litchfield Park, AZ.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $27.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)