Job Title: Forklift Operator/Material Handler 

Location: Lancaster, TX (3434 Altamoore Dr, Dallas, TX 75241)

Shift Information: 1^st shift – 6:30 am – 3:00 pm 

Position Overview/Position Responsibilities:

Responsible and accountable for safe and efficient operation of forklift, transtacker and other powered material handling equipment (MHE) to move and stack merchandise, including gasoline and liquefied gas. Remove electric powered MHE equipped with lifting devices such as forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel hook, fork grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or trailer hitch to push, pull, lift, stack, tier or move products, equipment, or materials. May be required to perform Order Filler and Checker duties.

What we are looking for:

• 1 year warehouse experience 
• Responsible work habits 
• Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively
• Ability to do simple math 

Nice to have: (if applicable)

• Ability to shift responsibilities 
• Analytical and organizational skills
• Problem-solving and process improvement ability 
• Professional judgement and decision-making skills 

What’s In It For YOU:

• Safety-centric Environment with Inclusive Mindset & Culture 
• Competitive Pay + Profit Sharing 
• Pension Plan + 401K w/ Company Match 
• Flexible Time Off: 30 Paid Days Off a Year 
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA) 
• Free & Discounted Products @ L'Oréal Company Store 
• Paid Parental Leave 

Additional Benefits: Shift Differential & Opportunity for Overtime, Growing business with opportunity for advancement, Vacation purchase plan, Learning & Development Opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, Clean & Climate-controlled environment

Key Job Accountabilities:

1.    Equipment

• Load, unload, move, stack and stage product and materials using a forklift, transtacker, clamp truck, or other powered equipment
• Maintain equipment and materials in a neat, clean and orderly fashion
• On a daily basis, inspect and perform minor maintenance on assigned equipment
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods and OHSA standards

2.    Receiving/ Putaway

• Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations
• Efficiently stack and store the merchandise in the appropriate areas

3.    Picking

• Pick components and collateral materials for production, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is transferred to the Units of Production.
• Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped

4.    Loading

5.    Quality

• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage
• Report quality variances

6.    Safety, Housekeeping, Security

• Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area
• Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse
• Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety
• Comply with OHSA and other applicable standards. Report issues and problems to Management
• Will support and abide by the company’s safety program and all safety initiatives,
• policies and procedures

7.    Inventory

• Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security are maintained
• Assist in physical inventories
• Ensure proper stock rotation

8.    Communication

9.    Value-Add Services

• Perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as needed
• Perform special projects/tasks as assigned

Working Conditions:

This position requires an individual to constantly perform one and/or all of the following movements/functions:

•    Handle, reach, feel, perform fine motor manipulations with their hands, and performing gross motor manipulations involved in changing pallets, manipulating forklift controls, climbing in and out of forklift

•    Drive a forklift/trans-stacker up to 40 feet above ground;

•    Operate a computer terminal

•    Use hand held scanning devices

•    Operate stretch wrap machines, pallet up-ender, and scales

•    Have working knowledge of items produced and the system for their storage and shipment;

•    Work independently and as a team member, make decisions, and use adequate organizational and time management skills

•    Perform the physical demands listed in the “Physical Demands” section

•    Communicate well with other employees and supervisors 

•    Maintain a safe work environment and follow all safety procedures

•    Have visual/auditory acuity required to read packing slips/invoices/labels/computer screen and hear warning alarms

•    Work flexible hours/shifts, including overtime

•    Complete written and performance forklift certification tests

•    Demonstrate good attendance

For more than a century, L’Oréal has devoted its energy, innovation, and scientific excellence solely to one business: Beauty. Our goal is to offer each and every person around the world the best of beauty in terms of quality, efficacy, safety, sincerity and responsibility to satisfy all beauty needs and desires in their infinite diversity. 

At L'Oréal Operations, we create innovative, inclusive, and sustainable beauty together with our business partners by designing, developing, sourcing, manufacturing, and distributing over 6 billion products globally every year. We support over 36 brands across four L’Oréal divisions. We are consumer-oriented, and we act responsibly all along the value chain. 

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Don’t meet every single requirement? At L'Oréal, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

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