Warehouse Associate- PROPANE FORKLIFT OPERATOR

Warehouse Associate I PROPANE FORKLIFT OPERATOR - 1st Shift

Location: Dallas/Garland, TX 75238
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Overtime: Weekend & OT as needed
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Classification: Full-Time, Hourly/Non-Exempt
Department: Warehouse
Reports To: Warehouse Supervisor

REQUIRED - MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE OPERATING A SIT-DOWN PROPANE FORKLIFT

Candidates who cannot safely operate a sit-down propane forklift will not be considered.

General Description

The Warehouse Associate I performs material handling duties to support shipping, receiving, inventory, and production staging . This role requires safe and experienced operation of a sit-down propane forklift , accurate order fulfillment, and compliance with all safety and company procedures.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely operate a sit-down propane forklift to move, pull, and receive inventory
• Complete required safety training and follow all safety policies
• Pull/receive product with accurate counts per work orders
• Report product, equipment, or forklift damage immediately
• Stage components to support production
• Build and wrap pallets using manual or automated shrink equipment
• Secure loads using bracing, blocking, and hand/pneumatic tools
• Follow process sheets for all shipments (job #, destination, product)
• Maintain assigned warehouse areas for cleanliness and organization
• Assist with year-end inventory counts (overtime as needed)
• Support other departments and warehouse projects as assigned

Qualifications - REQUIRED

• MUST be able to operate a sit-down propane forklift without assistance
• Ability to read/write English and follow written procedures
• Basic math skills for counting and measuring
• Experience using barcode or inventory systems preferred
• Ability to use hand tools (hammer, nail gun, air tools)

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Sit and operate forklift for extended periods
• Bend, squat, kneel, reach overhead
• Manual dexterity to use tools and equipment
• Ability to climb ladders when needed

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• 6 months - 2 years warehouse experience REQUIRED
• Prior forklift certification preferred

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