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Forklift Operator - 1st Shift
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What they do
A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.
$44,761 / year median in New Mexico
+17% projected growth
Job Description
As a Forklift Operator at Steel Technologies, your main responsibility is to ensure material is being moved throughout the plant according to production standards. Safety is the utmost importance in this role and we're looking for someone who we can count on to perform the job safely and efficiently. We depend on this position in order to maintain production flow and ensure daily goals are met. How you'll contribute to our company: Operate forklift to transport materials to and from storage areas, work stations, and within other areas of assignment Load, transport, unload and stack materials in accordance with established procedures Maintain up-to-date forklift certification Communicate non-compliance and/or quality problems to supervisor and/or shift lead Clean and maintain housekeeping of finished goods storage area Here's what we can offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision after 60 days of employment Free MDLive Telehealth Services through our Medical Plan Competitive Wellness Program, providing up to 100% discount on medical premiums Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Supplemental Accident Insurance through Allstate for additional coverage on accidents + cancer Employer-Paid Life Insurance 401(k) after 60 days of employment + competitive match after one year Paid Time Off starting after 90 days of employment Paid Holidays starting day one! Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account Great discount programs in automotive, technology, and more Boot and Glasses Allowance after 60 days of employment Free uniforms after 60 days of employment Monthly Incentive Bonus after one full month of employment Education Assistance is available for job related courses to further your education, with up to 100% paid tuition for maintenance-related coursework and certifications Career Advancement Opportunities Teammate Assistance Program (TAP) which offers professional assistance for Counseling, Financial, Legal, and Family services Here's what is needed to be successful: Ability to use tape measures, micrometers and calipers Ability to comply with safety rules and requirements Ability to pass and maintain forklift licenses Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds Steel Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any classification protected by federal, state and/or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Health and Wellness Programs