Forklift Operator (Bag Warehouse)
Working at Jacintoport means joining a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in cargo handling and logistics. As a key player in the regional supply chain, we pride ourselves on providing a safe, collaborative, and rewarding work environment.
Whether you’re launching your career or bringing extensive experience, Jacintoport provides a platform where your skills drive results and contribute to our operational success.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation.
If you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online registration center as a result of your disability, you can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to Accommodation Request (accommodations@jacintoport.com).
All employees must pass a pre-employment
Office Name: Houston, Texas
Address: 16203 Peninsula St
City: Houston
Postal code: 77015
Country: United States
Description:
Long-term employment with opportunities for growth.
We offer excellent benefits including:
- 401(K) Retirement Saving Plan w/ Employer Match
- Low-Cost Health, Dental & Vision insurance
- Tuition & Certification Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off (as referenced in the Benefits Guide)
- Parental Leave
- Paid holidays
- One (1) year of 10K forklift experience
- Must have the ability to read, write, and speak Basic English
- Must have the ability to function effectively in a fast paced, team-oriented work environment
- Must have the ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative
- Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees
- Ability to exercise independent judgment within established systems and procedures
- Must have the ability to think logically, follow procedures, instructions and make sound decisions
- Must be able to work (flexible hours) long hours including, nights, overtime, weekends and holidays
- Perform all functions in accordance with operation and safety guidelines.
- Operate 10K forklift equipment to move or transport different commodities, including pallets containing 110 lbs bags or 54lbs vegetable oil boxes, and flat racks, within a specific time frame from one location to another with the proper and safe care to avoid any damages or accidents
- Perform routine inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment; refer defects or repairs to warehouse mechanic.
- Maintain constant communication with supervisor and co-workers to ensure that the correct load is moved at the right time and to the correct location.
- Inform supervisor immediately if detected any damages and/or spoiled cargo before loading or unloading.
- Maintain a clean work area, free of debris or safety hazards and awareness of surroundings (i.e. vehicles, people, equipment, etc.) at all times
- Provide assistance to the bagging assembly line by coordinating with another staff member, filling up empty bags with different commodities, such as grain, rice, or green peas, while the other member sews bags and vise versa.
- Provide assistance to the bagging assembly line by manually stacking 110lbs bags onto pallet and moving or transporting them to designated locations, operating 10K forklift equipment.
- Manually load and unload occasionally 110lbs bags, containing various commodities, and 54lbs vegetable oil boxes from containers and railcars onto pallets or designated holding station.
- Manually load warehouse feeding belts with 110lbs bags being sent to vessel
- Operate 10K forklift to load and unload vegetable oil boxes from containers and railcars onto pallets or designated holding station
- Perform physical labor function of manually unloading 110lbs bags from conveyor belt line into vessel
- Perform general stevedoring duties depending on business volume and needs
- Perform other related tasks as assigned
- Subject to physical and Screening is required along with other tests as applicable
- The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, squat, pinch and forward bend
- The employee occasionally lift, carry, push or pull up to 55 lbs. and marginal up to 110 lbs.
- The employee is frequently required to sit (while driving), climb, twist, grasp and forward reach.
- The employee is frequently required to exercise repetitive wrist and foot motion, eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity
- The employee is continuously required to exercise eye-hand-foot coordination
- The employee is frequently required to talk and hear
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Report safety hazards
- Immediately report incidents involving injury, illness, or property damage
- Wear appropriate PPE as instructed by immediate supervisor
- Comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and rules
- Refuse any unsafe task or operation
- Participate in safety meetings and training
- Be constantly aware of their personal safety and that of their coworkers
- Warehouse environment, exposure to all possible environmental factors such as extreme heat, wind, rain, and high humidity during day and night shifts
- The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts
- The employee is continuously exposed to dust, fumes, and airborne particles
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high
- The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
- The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
- If an applicant with a disability is unable or limited in their ability to use or access our online application center as a result of their disability, they can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to accommodations@seaboardmarine.com
Benefits Details
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage including virtual health consultations.
- Wellness Programs: Access to wellness resources, discounts on health and fitness services, and a travel concierge service.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for personal and professional challenges.
- Health Advisors: Personalized guidance for navigating your healthcare needs.
- Life Insurance: Company-paid Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
- Disability Insurance: Financial protection if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation.
- Special Leave: Paid Parental Leave, Jury Duty, Bereavement, and Holidays.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: Company match to help you build a secure financial future.
- Retirement Advisors: Access to professional retirement advisors to help you plan for a comfortable and confident future.
DISCLAIMER: The above is only intended as a helpful summary and is applicable to U.S. position only. The actual plan description booklets will prevail.
Compliance Notices
Employees are required to adhere to Jacintoport’s Code of Ethics guidelines.
Employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
If you have the legal right to work in the U.S., there are laws to protect you from discrimination in the workplace.
Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Jacintoport will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Jacintoport International, LLC (hereinafter “Company”) is committed to providing individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to participate in and benefit from the Company’s programs, activities, and services.
Individuals may request reasonable accommodations from the Company that they believe will enable them to have such equal opportunity to participate in our programs, activities, and services.
Accommodation Request