Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Position Purpose

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Forklift Operator to join our warehouse team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating forklifts and other material handling equipment to load, unload, move, and stack goods. Attention to detail, efficiency, and adherence to safety procedures are critical for this role. This is a 100% ONSITE position in Houston, TX .

Main Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities of the Role

• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload materials from trucks, pallets, and shelves.
• Move materials to and from storage areas and loading docks.
• Stack and organize products and materials in WMS designated areas.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report any issues.
• Follow all health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Assist with general warehouse duties as required, including inventory counts, packaging, and leakers.
• Maintain accurate records of materials moved and inventory levels.
• Inspect containers for damage, cleanliness, and compliance with export standards.
• Work with other warehouse team members to effectively complete assigned tasks
• Ensures compliance with safety and international shipping standards
• Handles shipping documents (packing lists, invoices, bills of lading)
• Consolidates cargo into containers (known as container stuffing)

Specific Business Partnering Responsibilities

• Assist Warehouse Supervisor with overall management of facility
• Assist leadership with staffing, coordinating temp workers, and liaising with partner organizations

Education, Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• High school diploma/GED required
• Previous warehouse experience 3-5 years
• Attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of SAP & Excel
• Bi-Lingual Preferred
• Comfortable working independently
• Teamwork, Dependable, and Reliable
• Knowledge of export shipping documentation and procedures is a strong asset
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Warehouse Management System experience (WM / RF Scanner)

This opportunity offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness benefits
• Company-matching 401(k) plan
• Company-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment benefits
• Company-paid long-term care coverage
• Company-paid disability
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Company-paid employee assistance program
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Additional benefits included: voluntary life insurance, legal benefits, critical illness, accident insurance, and pet insurance

Old World Industries is among the largest privately held companies competing in the automotive aftermarket today. Built upon a 50-year history of ingenuity, the Northbrook, Illinois-based company is transforming the automotive, commercial and chemical industries that keep the world moving forward. Old World's brands include a full line of PEAK Performance Automotive Aftermarket Products including Antifreeze/Coolant, Washer Fluid, Lighting and Wiper Blades; BlueDEF Diesel Exhaust Fluid and Equipment; FINAL CHARGE PRO-SERIES Heavy Duty Extended Life Coolant, Fleet Charge SCA Precharged Heavy Duty Coolant and Thermal Charge Heat Transfer Fluid.