2nd shift Forklift Operator - Receiving

About the role

As a Forklift Operator - Receiving, you’ll be part of our team located in Northlake, TX. You’ll get to operate Dock Stocker and High Reach forklifts to safely unload shipments and transport products to designated warehouse storage areas.

Responsibilities

• Operate Dock Stocker and High Reach forklifts to safely unload shipments and transport products to designated warehouse storage areas.
• Complete orders efficiently by processing pick tickets, performing full pallet picking, and shuttling pallets for final order processing using scanners and computers.
• Interact with management software systems and label printers; read work orders or receive instructions to determine assignments and material needs.
• Perform physical activities requiring lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and safe handling of materials.
• Maintain a clean, debris-free, and safe work area at all times.
• Support cross-training in other distribution center functions and perform other duties assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required; 1-2 years of forklift operation experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Ability to obtain forklift operator certification; broad knowledge of distribution center methods and procedures; familiarity with product catalog numbers and handling characteristics.
• Ability to understand daily goals and maximize warehouse capacity; knowledge of safety regulations and procedures related to forklift operations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy; excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Physical ability to regularly stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, use hands, and lift/move up to 50 lbs.
• Resilience to work in environments with extreme temperatures; ability to work in a scanner-directed job and operate a stand-up forklift for the entire shift.

Benefits

You’ll receive a competitive wage and a great benefits plan: Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement. Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

Qualifications and Culture

We’re the World’s largest tool company, and we’re committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work, with a diverse and inclusive culture, and a lifelong learning philosophy.

What You’ll Also Get

• Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
• Learning & Development: Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources.
• Diverse & Inclusive Culture: We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done.
• Purpose-Driven Company: You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.