Job Title: Forklift Operator

Department: Production

Responsibility Level: Entry-Level

Report Line: Reports to Plant Supervisor

Location: Conroe, Texas

Overview:

National Wire, a family-owned welded wire manufacturing business since 1995, stands as one of the largest in the southern United States, committed to exceeding customer expectations in both quality and service. We are currently seeking a detail-oriented Forklift Operator with experience in forklift operations. This position primarily involves manual work (80%) with forklift operations constituting the remaining 20%. Responsibilities include efficiently and safely moving packages and materials around NW LLC facilities, identifying damages, transporting raw materials, and maintaining a safe and orderly environment. Join a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contribution is valued, and professional development opportunities are provided. If you're ready to be part of a team that values quality and innovation, join us at National Wire.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Locate and move products to/from storage areas for shipment.
• Identify damages and report quality deficiencies.
• Transport raw materials to production workstations.
• Tie or strap down material.
• May unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places.
• Assist production helpers or machine operators as needed.
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines.
• Help maintain a safe and orderly environment of the facilities.
• Communicates with Supervisor, production control, quality and other shop personnel for assignments and to resolve material needs issues.
• Responsible for keeping equipment and work area clean and orderly and perform basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment.
• Within the scope of the job requirements, will be required to adhere and comply with state and federal law, the Company Quality Program and procedures, Company policies and Safety and Environmental Regulations.
• May perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Requirements and Skills:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Forklift Operator.
• Commitment to safety and efficiency.
• Must be able to operate a forklift and lifting devices for movement of parts.
• Must be able to communicate in English (both written and oral) as it relates to the job.
• Must be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Completion of forklift training and certification is desired.

Salary: Based on experience

Benefits: Dental, health, and vision insurance and paid time off.

National Wire LLC is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• What is your salary expectation?
• When would you be able to begin employment?
• Do you possess proficiency in spanish?

Work Location: In person