Industrial Forklift - Class VII - Military Veterans

North Shore Steel is an industry-leading metals service center in the Houston area with a 65-year history of serving customers at the highest level. Our mission is to create significant value for our customers, provide a prosperous workplace for our employees, and positively impact society. North Shore Steel is seeking an experienced professionals to join our team.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Forklift Operators report directly to Distribution Supervisors and move material and product as directed.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Perform daily inspection.
• Immediately report all deficiencies found and unusual noises and/or difficulties in operation of the equipment.
• Identify material to be placed into production, verifying correct tag and heat numbers. Determine weight of material and utilize forklift with the appropriate capacity.
• Properly secure material on forklift before moving material.
• Always be aware of activity/co-workers in the area to insure a safe workplace. Advise all co-workers in the area before movement of material on overhead crane.
• Follow all company policy procedures and be vigilant in watching for potential risks in the area and notify management of deficiencies identified.
• Attend all training and safety meetings as directed.
• Assist with stock checks and physical counts as directed.
• Perform other tasks as directed.
• Assist in training co-workers as requested.
• Experience Operating a Class VII Industrial Forklift (20 to 50K) 
• Able to handle 20’ to 40’ structural beam and pipe on large capacity forklift

SKILLS:

• High level of attention to detail.
• Knowledge of crane capacities, accessory equipment, rigging and ability to move large sized and/or unusually shaped steel plate in a safe manner.
• Ability to calculate weights of material.
• Strong verbal communication skills.

EXPERIENCE:

Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and at least 2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with safe work practices, and procedures.

North Shore provides rich benefits to its full-time employees and their families, including, but not limited to, multiple Major Medical plans, Dental, Vision, Vol Life, Short Term Disability, and a Flex Spending Account. We also provide a Basic Life policy and Long Term Disability at no cost to you. The benefits don’t stop there, with the added value of a generous holiday schedule, PTO policy, and a 401k plan.