Warehouse Forklift Operator / Pallet Sorter - Odessa, TX - CHEP : Job Details

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 300 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ 11,000 people and operate in more than 55 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world's biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.

What does that mean for you? You'll be at the frontline of CHEP in a busy, demanding job. Our supply chain team isn't part of our business. It's the heart of our business. And you can be the power behind it. We connect 300,000 supply chains for some of the world's biggest and best-loved brands.

You'll learn new ways of working, with automation and new technology that'll help you get the job done – and work smarter. Your safety is our number one priority. The team will welcome and respect you for who you are. In return, we want you to be hands-on, roll up your sleeves and get stuck in, take responsibility and personal accountability.

Job Description

FORKLIFT OPERATOR / PALLET SORTER - Odessa, TX

We are seeking a Forklift Operator with heavy-lifting experience to join our Odessa, TX team, working inside the Family Dollar Distribution Center. If you have 1+ years warehouse & forklift experience, are comfortable with heavy lifting, have a strong work ethic and a desire to learn, a Forklift position with CHEP could be a great fit!

Benefits:

• $19/hour, Weekly Pay with Direct Deposit

• 1st shift: Monday-Friday, 6am-3pm

• Full benefits available after 60-days (Medical, Dental, Vision)

• Low-cost benefit plans (Medical starting under $8/week, Dental under $2/week)

• FREE company-paid vision, short-term disability and life insurance!!

• FREE company-provided PPE and safety equipment

• 401k with company match (up to 4%)

• Accrued Paid Time Off available for use after 90-days of employment

• Tuition reimbursement, wellness incentives, profit sharing, and MORE!

As a Forklift Operator with a strong emphasis on safety, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a forklift to supply and retrieve pallets or materials within the facility. Your role involves making decisions to optimize material movement and contribute to the overall efficiency of the team. Additionally, you may be required to perform routine maintenance tasks such as lubricating and replacing liquefied-gas tanks on the forklift. The Sorter position is responsible for sorting pallets by hand for grading. This position involves tandem sorting that requires high collaboration with other team members. May leverage hand tools to remove nails or debris from pallets.

Material Handling & Forklift Operation:

• Operate the forklift to efficiently move pallets and materials throughout the plant facility.

• Moves levers and presses pedals to drive truck and control movement of lifting apparatus. Positions forks, lifting platform, or other lifting device under, over, or around loaded pallets and transports load to designated area.

• Conduct inspection of the forklift prior to operating, promptly reporting issues to maintenance team for resolution.

Loading and Unloading:

• Assist in loading and unloading trucks with pallets or materials using the forklift, ensuring proper placement and securement of items.

Pallet Sorting

• Sort pallets as they are moved from loading docks to sort line/area.

• Removes debris and trash from pallets.

• Determines which pallets require repairs.

Safety and Compliance:

• Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines.

• Maintain awareness of pedestrian and vehicle traffic in the work area

• Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment daily

• Report any safety hazards or concerns to supervisors immediately.

• Proven experience operating a forklift in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.

• Strong understanding of safety regulations and procedures relevant to forklift operations.

• Valid Forklift Operator certification/license preferred.

• Ability to complete task within a timely manner with high attention to detail.

• Ability to understand and communicate information is essential.

• Ability to work independently in a team environment is essential.

• Communication skills

• Tool Handling skills

• Observation skills

• Attention to Detail

• Critical Thinking/Problem Solving

• Time Management

• Ability to work flexible in an ever-changing environment.

• Willingness to Learn

• Hand-eye coordination

• Lift and carry up to 75lbs

• Push items with a maximum force of 34 lbs./feet.

• Pull items with a maximum force of 34 lbs./feet.

• The role involves working in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.

• Work requires sitting & standing for long periods of time.

• Exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures may occur.

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) required.

Languages:

• Essential - English

• Desirable - Spanish

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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