Experienced Forklift Operators - Warehouse - TWIC Preferred

Job Description

Job Description

Craftsmen Contractors is hiring experienced Forklift Operators for the New Orleans area to move products and materials around facilities. You will be operating a forklift with the utmost care to ensure efficiency and safety. Your job will involve working at a warehouse distribution facility. The work schedule is Monday through Friday (7:30 am - 4:30 pm). These are temp-to-permanent positions for the right candidates.

Weekly pay by direct deposit.

Pay rate: $16 - $17/hour, depending on experience and how you do on the forklift test.

$16 - usually for candidates who do not have a TWIC card, but have decent forklift operating experience.

$17 - usually for candidates who have a current TWIC card and good experience.

Forklift Operators need to have 2 steady years of forklift experience. A forklift certification in the past is a plus, and a current physical TWIC Card (receipts are not accepted) is preferred for this position. Will need to pass a criminal background check (no felonies are allowed) and a practical forklift test.

Job Responsibilities:

• Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places
• Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment
• Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies
• Transport raw materials to production workstations
• Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance
• Keep updated records of inventory and activity logs
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines
• Help maintain a safe and orderly environment in the facilities

Job Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Forklift Operator - 2 steady years
• Need to be able to pass a criminal background check (no felonies) and a practical forklift test
• Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment
• A current TWIC Card is preferred
• Excellent physical condition and coordination
• Need to be aware of all surroundings at all times
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations

If you meet the above requirements and are available and interested, please respond to this job ad with your resume.

Summary

As an Experienced Forklift Operator, you will be essential in ensuring efficient materials handling within our distribution center. You will operate industrial equipment safely and effectively. Your core skills in heavy equipment operation and warehouse experience will be complemented by your premium skills in order picking and shipping & receiving. Additionally, your knowledge of OSHA regulations and mechanical operations will enhance our commitment to safety and productivity.

Craftsmen Contractors is a skilled staffing contractor that has helped customers complete projects on time since 2010. We specialize in highly skilled trades for the construction, industrial, and manufacturing industries throughout the South.

Company Description

Craftsmen Contractors is a skilled staffing contractor that has helped customers complete projects on time since 2010. We specialize in highly skilled trades for the construction, industrial, and manufacturing industries throughout the South.