Igloo Products
Forklift Operator - Manufacturing (Night Shift)
Igloo Products, Katy, Texas, United States, 77494
About the positionIgloo Products Corp is an iconic and fast-growing American brand known for exceptional and durable performance for everyday cooler needs. After more than 75 years of as the leader as a housewares brand, Igloo has pivoted to a high growth lifestyle brand for outside activities associated with fun, family and friendsFounded in as a metalworking shop bringing fresh cold water to Texas workers in the field to inventing the Playmate to becoming America's most recognizable brand of ice chests, the Igloo story spans more than 75 years of delivering coolness to the world. Today, Igloo has 90% + brand awareness and is #1 in market share in the US, is a pioneer in sustainability for our category with the launch of biodegradable coolers and coolers made with from post-consumer recycled resin and other sustainable materials and has a growing DTC business allowing us to build direct relationships with our consumers. In 2021, Igloo was acquired by Dometic Brands and now there is the opportunity to Globally grow both brands together.We are on a journey of continuous growth - now looking for our next star - a passionate Forklift Operator.This role is responsible for operating and driving a forklift to push, pull, lift, stack, tier or move products, equipment, or materials in a productive and safe manner, ensuring raw materials are available and flowing through the manufacturing process.Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:Positions forklift over or around loaded pallets, boxes, products, or materials and transports load(s) to designated area.Unloads and stacks material by raising and lowering lifting device.Inventories materials on work floor and supplies workers with materials as needed.Weighs materials or products and records weight on tags, labels, or production schedules.Completes the Forklift Inspection Book/Log at the beginning of shift.Shrink wraps up to 60 pallets per shift.Reports to supervisor regarding any damage to racks, faulty equipment, or any other safety hazards.Keeps working area organized and clean.Uses a scanner gun to inventory transactions.Safe house keeping.Organizes and secures stored materials and parts at designated area.Remains current on forklift training and certification as required by supervisor, manager, and/or Igloo Safety.Other duties as assigned.What do we offer?You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. The growth at Dometic is continuous - which gives you great possibilities to evolve with the company.MedicalDentalVisionLife InsuranceShort term & Long-term disabilityAccidental death insuranceSupplemental life insuranceCompany paid holidaysFlexible Spending AccountsMinimum Requirements and Qualifications A suitable background would be a solid experience within the following qualifications and experiences:High school diploma or equivalency.Experience: Minimum six (6) months previous stand-up and sit-down forklift experience.English language skills: Working knowledge of English; Able to read labels and numbers, material listsMath skills: Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide.Physical Demands: Able to lift up to 80 lbs. good hand/eye coordination. Able to stack four pallets high.Physical Demands & Conditions(Applicable to Igloo Operators, Technicians, Leaders, and Other Roles in Manufacturing)Standing & WalkingRoles may involve extended periods (up to 12 hours) of standing and walking, including moving at a brisk pace and occasional stair climbing.Postural RequirementsFrequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and working in low or awkward positions during production or maintenance tasks.Lifting & Material HandlingOperator-level roles may involve lifting up to 25 lb repeatedly throughout the shift.Technician-level roles may involve lifting up to 50 lb multiple times per day, including overhead lifts.Where possible, mechanical aids (e.g., hoists, forklifts) are used.Fine Motor Skills & Tool UseUse of both hands is required to operate tools, perform adjustments, and handle assembly materials with precision.Visual RequirementsSufficient visual acuity (e.g., 20/40 with or without correction) is necessary for tasks involving inspection and safe equipment operation.Environmental ConditionsWork is performed in a production setting where seasonal temperatures may range from 100-120°F (with humidity) in summer to cooler conditions in winter.High noise levels are common; hearing protection is provided and required.Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as ear protection, safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, gloves, and protective clothing may be required depending on the task.Additional Job ConsiderationsThese roles can be physically demanding, involving repetitive motions and long hours. Technicians may be required to handle heavy molds and materials; use of material handling equipment is provided and encouraged.To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics: Familiar with Manufacturing and Warehouse practicesAnd of course - our Core ValuesTo thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values - Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.Dometic operates with a 4+1 policy, 4 days per week in the office and the possibility to work 1 day per week remotely. We see the social aspect of being in the office, meeting colleagues, having short coffee break interactions or a quick face to face meeting as key to success as we become more productive and fast paced in terms of problem solving, learning, cross functional collaboration and not the least in a way to have fun at work!Are you our next star? Then we would love to see your application.Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!Igloo offers equal opportunities for everyone. Equal opportunities mean that all employees shall be treated according to their abilities and qualifications in every employment decision, including but not limited to hiring, advancement, compensation benefits, training, lay-offs and termination. Any form of discrimination or harassment against employees due to personal factors, such as gender, ethnicity, skin color, age, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability and pregnancy or employees with family responsibilities is prohibited.All applicants must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.Igloo supports and respects the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights. We do not tolerate child labor or any form of modern slavery, including forced, bonded or compulsory labor, physical or psychological punishment or human trafficking.#IPC75 Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.