Warehouse Technician

About the role

A Warehouse Technician ensures the safe and efficient loading, unloading, movement, and storage of raw plastic materials within a warehouse environment. This position requires certified forklift operation, strict adherence to safety protocols, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment to load, unload, transport, and stack large plastic material totes
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments from trucks and containers
• Inspect totes and materials for damage, leaks, or safety concerns and report issues immediately
• Follow all OSHA, company, and site-specific safety procedures
• Maintain proper storage locations and stacking configurations to prevent damage or accidents
• Perform routine forklift inspections and report maintenance or safety issues
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards
• Accurately complete required paperwork, logs, or electronic records related to inventory movement
• Assist with inventory counts and general warehouse duties as needed
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding workflow and safety
• Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Follow lockout/tagout, spill response, and material-handling procedures
• Immediately report near misses, unsafe conditions, or incidents

Requirements

• Valid forklift certification
• Proven experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or industrial environment
• Experience handling large totes, bulk materials, or plastic/resin materials preferred
• Strong understanding of warehouse safety practices
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks such as standing, bending, and climbing for extended periods
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred