Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Signal Metal Industries is a well-established steel fabrication and machining company that manufactures large steel products for various heavy industries throughout the country. We do traditional job shop work and also perform production work for other large manufacturers in the USA. Our growing, 50+ year-old company has over 160 employees who are dedicated to providing superior quality products in a safe environment while meeting our customer's toughest delivery and quality requirements.

This position is a Full-time Direct Hire located in Irving, Texas.

• Day shift - (Monday - Thursday 4 x 10s)
• Potential overtime on Friday and Saturday (Must be available)
• Hourly pay rate $20.00 - $22.00 depending on experience
• We offer competitive wage and career growth opportunities

Great benefits: Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision), Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, 401(k), 401(k) Matching, Paid Time Off, Holidays and much more!

All applicants are required to take a Pre-Employment Forklift Test at our corporate headquarters located in Irving, TX. The Signal Metal Pre-Employment Forklift Test consists of applicants showing their ability to safely operate a diesel powered 7,000 lb. capacity forklift. Our testers will guide you through each part of the testing process which will require you to pick up, move, set down, and flip over various types of products. You will be asked to handle pallets, raw steel plates, and structural steel shapes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Transport raw steel products of various shapes and sizes using diesel powered 7,000 lb industrial forklifts
• Loading/unloading of CNC machines
• Transporting in-process and finished materials throughout the plant
• Loading/unloading items on/off flatbed trucks
• Performing Inventory Control documentation
• Perform routine safety inspections prior to operating forklift
• Abide by all safety standards and policies including use of all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Two-way radio operation for communicating with teammates
• Maintain work area in clean and hazard-free condition
• Assist with other general assignments/tasks as requested by supervisors
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years experience operating industrial forklifts in a manufacturing/industrial environment
• Capable of relabeling material with correct measurement for reallocation with the use of a tape measure or other measuring equipment
• Ability to interact with various internal contacts to manage the flow of work
• Read, comprehend and complete basic checklists, forms and other related process documents
• Willing to work overtime as required
• Be a reliable team member and safety orientated
• Must be able to bend, stoop, climb and reach around all areas of equipment
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be willing to work in all weather conditions (heat, cold, wet, humid, dry and/or dusty conditions)

Benefits:

We recognize people as our most valuable asset. Our competitive wage offering and benefits package includes a safe harbor matching 401k plan, medical, dental, vision insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), voluntary life benefits, paid company holidays, free parking, snack and beverage machines available, job training programs, and paid vacations.

Signal Metal Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation and passing our drug test. We are a strict Drug-free work environment. Pre-employment drug screening is required. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Only candidates whose profiles closely match requirements will be contacted during this search. Principals only. Relocation costs not covered by employer. Must be eligible to work in this country. We E-Verify.