Forklift Operator

There’s a reason Trinidad Benham is recognized as a leader in our industry. Trinidad Benham Corp has been in business for over 100 years, and we know a thing or two about providing stable employment and growth.

Responsibilities

Forklift operators move our product - whether it's loading or unloading product for transportation, wrapping finished product, or moving product around the facility. Forklift operators must be safety-minded and have good attention to detail.

• Operates a gas or electric forklift in warehouse.

• Performs daily forklift inspections while adhering to established safety procedures.

• Moves bulk from rail receiving scales using metal bins and/or totes to warehouse racks or bulk storage areas according to bulk map or shipping schedule.

• Operate rail receiving equipment (elevators, scales, etc)

• Maintains clean and organized bulk receiving area, aisles or racks storage, consolidates partial pallets when needed.

• Weights, Labels, transport and stage any bulk is being received.

• Responsible for maintaining receiving areas clean and organized.

• Complete rail/truck receiving related paperwork accurately and on time.

• Safely moved and place rail cars on train tracks.

• Cut truck/railcar seals and report any discrepancy.

Skills

EDUCATION AND FORMAL TRAINING:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 1+ years recent experience operating sit down and stand up reach forklift
• Minimum of 2 years or more of related experience in manufacturing preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

• Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to work well with all levels of employees, whether individually or in a team environment
• Ability to perform basic math skills
• Effectively communicate questions, problems, and reports to co-workers, supervisory, and management personnel.
• Flexibility to accommodate unscheduled changes in duties and work overtime as needed.
• Must display a positive attitude and work well with all levels of personnel.

Benefits

Employee-owned

Advancement Opportunities

Weekly pay

Insurance coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance and flexible spending accounts

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays and competitive vacation/sick pay plans

Tuition assistance program

Employee stock ownership program (ESOP)