1. Position

• Forklift Operator
• FLSA Classification(s): Non-Exempt/Hourly

2. Job Summary

• The Forklift Operator operates a forklift tractor to transport and load pipe and other materials as required.

3. Immediate Supervisor

• This position reports directly to the Shift Supervisor

4. Standards

• Providing exceptional customer service to all customers, suppliers, and employees.
• Constantly representing Axis Pipe and Tube in a positive and professional manner regardless of customer requests, complaints, or demeanor.
• Complying with policies and procedures.
• Interacting with other employees, suppliers, and customers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Communicating work progress and significant issues to the immediate supervisor.

5. Responsibilities

• Operates forklift to move pipe and material
• Observes speed limits in plant.
• Observes load limits of forklift being operated.
• Maintains fluid, fuel and lubrication levels on equipment being operated.
• Reports any mechanical, electrical or safety problems to Foreman and Maintenance.
• Submits reports and documentation concerning loading to Foreman or Supervision.
• Delivers documentation to truck drivers as required.
• Inspect product load for accuracy and safely move it around the warehouse or facility to ensure timely and complete delivery.
• Transports pipe from shipping to stocking.
• Loads trucks with pipe from shipping bay or stocking area.

· Responsible for completing any assignments given by Supervisor, even those assignments not specifically listed in this job description.

6. Qualifications

• Must be able to read and understand the Standard Operating Procedure for the position held.
• At least six (6) months as heavy duty equipment operator or heavy forklift operator.
• Certification as Forklift Operator.
• Must follow basic Safety Rules and Regulations.
• Pass required physical

7. Working Conditions

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

8. Physical Requirements

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.

Hiring Process Information:

Employment requires successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Are you related to anyone in a leadership or managerial position at Axis Pipe and Tube?

Experience:

• Forklift: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bryan, TX 77807: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person