50 Forklift Operator jobs in Houston

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**Job Overview:**
**Forklift Operator - North Houston**
The Forklift Operator is responsible for loading, unloading, staging, pulling and distributing pallets of Keurig Dr Pepper product supplies while meeting productivity requirements.
**Shift and Schedule:**
+ Full-time
+ Monday - Friday
+ 10:00 PM- finished
+ Flexibility to work overtime and weekend as needed is required
**Position Responsibilities**
+ Load and unload trucks.
+ Lift, carry, pick, and stack materials.
+ Supply production line with empty containers.
+ Remove full product from palletizer to staging area.
+ Supply packaging material, cartons and hulls to line as needed.
+ Spot trailers as directed.
+ Maintain pallet supply for palletizer.
+ Rotate floor stock by moving oldest product first.
+ Perform general housekeeping duties in the warehouse or production area and duties as assigned.
+ Available to work all shifts, weekends and overtime.
**Total Rewards:**
+ Pay starting at $21.42 per hour. The employee will move to a higher rate of $22.52 per hour in the quarter after their 6 month anniversary.
+ Benefits, subject to eligibility: Medical, Dental and Vision, Paid Time Off, 401(k) program with employer match, Child & Elder Care, Adoption Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Employee Resource Groups, Breastmilk Shipping Services, Dependent Scholarship Program, Education Assistance, Employee Assistance Program, Personalized Wellness Platform and more!
**Requirements:**
+ High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred
+ 1 year of forklift operation experience
+ Lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 pounds repeatedly
**Company Overview:**
Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partners brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it!
Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that's proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us?
We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~29,000 employees to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.
Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

**Job Overview:**
**Forklift Operator - North Houston**
The Forklift Operator is responsible for loading, unloading, staging, pulling and distributing pallets of Keurig Dr Pepper product supplies while meeting productivity requirements.
**Shift and Schedule:**
+ Full-time
+ Monday - Friday
+ 2:00 PM - finished
+ Flexibility to work overtime and weekend as needed is required
**Position Responsibilities**
+ Load and unload trucks.
+ Lift, carry, pick, and stack materials.
+ Supply production line with empty containers.
+ Remove full product from palletizer to staging area.
+ Supply packaging material, cartons and hulls to line as needed.
+ Spot trailers as directed.
+ Maintain pallet supply for palletizer.
+ Rotate floor stock by moving oldest product first.
+ Perform general housekeeping duties in the warehouse or production area and duties as assigned.
+ Available to work all shifts, weekends and overtime.
**Total Rewards:**
+ Pay starting at $21.42 per hour. The employee will move to a higher rate of $22.52 per hour in the quarter after their 6 month anniversary.
+ Benefits, subject to eligibility: Medical, Dental and Vision, Paid Time Off, 401(k) program with employer match, Child & Elder Care, Adoption Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Employee Resource Groups, Breastmilk Shipping Services, Dependent Scholarship Program, Education Assistance, Employee Assistance Program, Personalized Wellness Platform and more!
**Requirements:**
+ High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred
+ 1 year of forklift operation experience
+ Lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 pounds repeatedly
**Company Overview:**
Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partners brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it!
Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that's proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us?
We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~29,000 employees to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.
Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Your Job

The jobsite in La Porte, TX has an opening for a Forklift Operator.

Our Team

Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) is an engineering/construction company headquartered in Katy, TX with an expertise in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. OPD is part of the larger Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) organization which provides a variety of capabilities across many industries. Originally incorporated in 1980, OPD has developed a strong reputation for honesty, integrity, and ability to successfully execute projects. OPD has a key advantage in being able to supply construction services as well as engineering/procurement. This enables clients to have a ''one stop shop'' for the overall project, providing increased efficiency and avoiding potential interface problems. OPD's industry experience, flexibility, and personal attention have made us a preferred partner to our customers and our tight knit, highly productive, team atmosphere makes OPD a great place to work.

What You Will Do

Some core responsibilities for a Forklift Operator include:

• Operate an extended reach forklift to transport materials within the jobsite
• Transport pallets, boxes, pipe, any other large objects etc. within the jobsite
• Interpret hand signals to determine where materials should be placed
• Unloading materials shipments when they arrive at the jobsite and stage in designated areas

We expect all field employees to:

• Actively participate in a strong safety culture
• Recognize safety hazards and risks
• Participate in onsite safety meetings
• Follow OPD and client safety policies and procedures
• Be aware of changing conditions on an active jobsite
• Be on time to the jobsite each day ready for work
• Display a positive attitude and be able to work in a team environment

Some physical demands of being a Forklift Operator include:

• Capable of working in outdoor weather and environmental conditions including extreme heat and humidity, extreme cold, and high elevations
• Lifting and carrying awkward objects up to 60 lbs
• Standing for extended periods of time up to 12 hours per day.
• Moving the entire body. Considerable use of arms, legs, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, crawling, twisting, reaching, and bending on a regular basis
• Must have good hand-eye coordination
• Use hands to handle, control, and feel objects and/or tools

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• At least 1.5 years of experience as a forklift operator
• Travel is a must with extended periods away from home in remote areas at times
• Must be able and willing to attend mandatory safety meetings
• Must be able and willing to work in a team environment
• Must be able to work shifts up to 12 hours per day and 7 days per week
• Must be able to meet basic physical requirements

What Will Put You Ahead

• Three years of experience as a forklift operator
• Proficient in driving other large equipment such as skid steer, tractor, track hoe, back hoe, or excavator.
• Previous experience in oil and gas construction

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, Optimized Process Designs (OPD) provides clients with detailed engineering packages in all disciplines, single-point procurement for all equipment and materials, fabrication and direct-hired construction services throughout the United States. We leverage in-house capabilities and provide services with faster speed to market to help deliver increased cost savings while minimizing risk.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).

Build your future with BlueLinx as a Material Handler / Forklift Operator! Are you ready to be a vital part of a leading wholesale distributor of building and industrial products in the United States? BlueLinx is looking for a dedicated Material Handler/Forklift Operator to join our dynamic team at our distribution center. If you thrive in a team-oriented environment that prioritizes safety and quality service, we want to hear from you! Why BlueLinx? This position offers a fixed wage of $20.11 per hour Enjoy a Monday - Friday workweek with a consistent schedule Work with safe and reliable machinery. Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription 401(k) with company match Tuition reimbursement Life Insurance Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 8 Company Holidays What You'll Do: Operate forklift in compliance with forklift training and safety guidelines. Load/unload/store building materials from trailers or rail cars while minimizing damage. Store and retrieve material (piece pick and/or bulk) Prepare the paperwork required for distribution and shipping of products. Performs daily inspection and maintenance of equipment. Maintain cleanliness and tidiness in working and assigned area. Assists in periodic inventory counts as requested. What We're Looking For: One year or recent forklift/warehouse experience Ability to proficiently and safely use forklift to transport products, load/unload trucks Ability to understand and follow directions Ability to work independently at times under pressure Ability to handle physical tasks, such as lifting up to 75 lbs. Ability to read/comprehend sales orders, purchase orders, safety material, etc. Safe work record and stable work history Our Values: With every decision and action, we put people first, keep the future in mind, and work as a team toward shared progress: * Customer Centric • Respect • Collaboration • Integrity • Grit About Us: BlueLinx (NYSE: BXC) is one of America's largest distributors of building products, with over 70,000 branded and private-label SKUs. Headquartered in Marietta, Georgia, we have over 2,000 associates and distribute our comprehensive range of structural and specialty products to approximately 15,000 national, regional, and local dealers, as well as specialty distributors, national home centers, industrial, and manufactured housing customers. The fixed rate is $20.11 per hour, but no less than the local minimum wage. Actual compensation will depend on factors including experience, qualifications, skills, geographic location, and other job-related considerations. BlueLinx also offers a comprehensive benefits package including health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month, 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day, and 8 paid holidays per year. To report any issues with this job posting, please contact

**General Summary** **:**
This is an Operations position responsible for stocking received merchandise in the appropriate location, operating and maintaining equipment associated with warehouse activity and performing other related duties as required.
**Essential Skills and Knowledge**
+ Ability to read a limited number of two and three syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
+ Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
+ Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
+ Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
+ Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
+ Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
+ Computer skills.
**Essential Duties** **:**
+ Operates electric forklift, which requires moving levers and pressing pedals to drive truck and control movement of lifting apparatus in the cooler, freezer, and dry spaces.
+ Unloads/loads pallets of products using pallet jacks and forklifts.
+ Stores and removes pallets of products from rack locations.
+ Puts product in overflow locations.
+ Hand stacks product onto/off of pallets and into packing locations as required.
+ Maintains a clean work environment by performing duties of sweeping, ice removal, scrubbing with rags and brushes, and removing trash as required.
+ Transfers any leftover items to the Home slot at the end of the shift.
+ Cleans up aisles and pick up leftover pallets at the end of the shift.
+ Performs duties of order selector as needed.
**Minimum Requirements** **:**
+ Age 18+ High school diploma/GED or 6 months related warehouse experience or training
+ 6 months of warehouse distribution experience
+ Ability to work nights
**Preferred Requirements:**
+ Previous stand-up forklift experience
**Competencies** **:**
To be successful in this position, the individual performing the duties must successfully demonstrate the following competencies:
+ Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
+ Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
+ Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
+ Ethics - Treats people with respect; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
+ Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
+ Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality.
+ Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence.
+ Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
+ Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
+ Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
+ Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
+ Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
+ Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
+ Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives.
**Physical Demands**
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 -80 pounds.
+ Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
+ Must be able to handle up to 80 lbs.
**Work Environment**
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet, hot, extreme cold and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
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AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

Forklift Operator - Part-Time
Requisition Id:
Business Unit: LTL
Location:
Houston, TX, US, 77040
**What you'll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO**
Minimum qualifications:
+ Be at least 18 years of age
+ Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator
+ Available to work a variety of shifts due to varying freight volumes, including days, evenings, nights and weekends
Preferred qualifications:
+ Dock or warehouse experience in the transportation industry
+ Forklift experience in a freight or less-than-truckload (LTL) environment
+ Experience loading and unloading trailers
+ Strong attention to detail and desire to succeed
**About the Forklift Operator job**
Pay, benefits and more:
+ Pay starts at $22.53/hour
+ Competitive and comprehensive benefits options available for those scheduled to work 30 hours or more/week
+ This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position
What you'll do on a typical day:
+ Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight
+ Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack and forklift
+ Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies
+ Work in a safe, efficient manner, adhering to company safety policies
+ Use mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments
+ Work on a dock that is not climate-controlled for extended periods
Forklift Operators are required to:
+ Lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights (frequently up to 50 lbs. and occasionally greater than 70 lbs.)
+ Safely walk and stand for extended periods on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery
+ Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel as necessary
**About XPO**
XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you're looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.
The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.
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Job Description

Job Description

We have a client in North Houston looking for an experienced stand-up forklift operator with shipping and receiving experience.

Job Description

Job Description

Material Handler/Forklift Operator

Performs manual and clerical duties related to shipping, receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing and delivering a variety of materials, equipment and supplies, which may require lifting of heavy objects. Activities are procedural and well-defined, requiring limited decision-making.

Essential job functions:

• Assists in Inventory Control.
• Distribute or deliver items to appropriate departments.
• Utilizes computerized or automated systems to accomplish tasks.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Knowledge of record keeping practices and basic arithmetic.
• Knowledge of safety practices.
• Skill in operating automotive, materials handling and office equipment.
• Skill in lifting heavy packages and objects.
• Skill in following both verbal and written instructions.

Performance Standards:

• Material delivered timely to production departments.
• Inventory part & pieces accurate control.
• The ability to communicate effectively with and work with other personnel.

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