Job Description
Job Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Material Handler Forklift Operator specializing in 30-ton heavy equipment! In this energetic role, you will be the backbone of warehouse & yard operations, expertly handling materials, operating heavy machinery, and ensuring seamless shipping and receiving processes. Your expertise will help maintain a safe, efficient, and organized environment where every task contributes to our collective success.
Responsibilities
• Operate a 30-ton forklift and possibly other heavy equipment such as cranes and pallet jacks to load, unload, and move materials safely across the warehouse.
• Conduct heavy lifting tasks safely while adhering to OSHA standards, including handling materials with mechanical knowledge of machinery.
• Maintain organized storage areas by securing loads with appropriate equipment, and ensuring optimal space utilization.
• Assist with warehouse distribution activities by supporting order picker operations and participating in warehouse management system updates.
• Support warehouse supervision by adhering to safety protocols, conducting routine equipment inspections, and reporting any mechanical issues promptly.
Skills
• Extensive experience in distribution, shipping & receiving, and materials handling.
• Proficiency operating forklifts (30-ton capacity) and other heavy equipment.
• Strong mechanical knowledge related to heavy machinery operation and maintenance.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards for warehouse environments.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely while maintaining efficiency during high-volume tasks.
• Steel or industrial background is a plus for understanding complex logistics workflows.
• Excellent organizational skills with a focus on safety compliance and operational accuracy. Embark on a rewarding career where your skills in heavy equipment operation and materials handling make a real impact! We value safety, efficiency, and teamwork—join us to be part of a vibrant environment dedicated to excellence in warehousing operations!
Apply today!! Send resumes to: vanessa@velocityflex.com
Pay: $17.00 - $17.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person