Forklift Operator

Job Details:

Level: Entry,

Job Location:

Mertz 1701 N Waverly - Ponca City, OK 74601, Position Type:
Full Time, Education Level: High School, Travel Percentage:
None, Job Shift: Day, Forklift Operator

• Department:
  Inventory
• Job Status:
  Full Time
• FLSA Status:
  Hourly, Non exempt
• Reports To:
  
  Inventory Manager
• Location:
  
  Ponca City, OK
• Amount of
  
  Travel Required:
  
  N/A
• Work Schedule:
  
  Monday Friday, 5:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• Positions Supervised: N/A

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the proficient and safe use of the forklift in moving, lifting, and packing raw material. They will also ensure the safe and efficient use of the vehicle, perform daily safety checks, report defects, and securing and balancing loads.

(The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except for those that begin with the word  may )

• Safely operate forklift equipment required in these operations.
• Receive and store raw material.
• Maintain accurate inventory records.
• Correct any inventory inaccuracies discovered when pulling material.
• Conduct physical inventory cycle counts and location audits to determine the accuracy of inventory balances.
• Pull raw material from stock and deliver to the required department.
• Stock received material and provide part location information to be entered into the computer records.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Successfully passes background check, pre employment drug screening, an any pre employment aptitude and/or competency assessment(s) including pre employment Pulmonary Function Test (PFT.)
• In person, predictable attendance in Ponca City, Oklahoma.

• U.S. High School Diploma or GED equivalent certificate.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment not required, but highly desirable.

• Excellent speaking, writing and listening skills.
• High level of manual dexterity and good hand eye coordination.
• Strong verbal communication and problem solving skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to deal with complexity.
• Capable of working in a deadline driven environment while maintaining a positive attitude.

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Daily required to walk, sit, climb, bend, reach and squat/kneel. Work environment includes exposure to hazardous materials, operating conditions, audio up to 85 dB and inclement weather, including typical and atypical outdoor elements and extreme cold and hot weather temperatures. Given these conditions employees are required to wear company mandated and issued personal protective equipment (PPE) (long sleeve shirt/jeans, steel toe boots, safety glasses, ear protection, and gloves) and must strictly adhere to all safety policies.

Forklift Operators are regularly required to lift heavy objects; therefore, the Forklift Operators must be able to lift 49 lbs. independently and 50 100 lbs. with a team lift.

Work hours may include or includes early morning, late evenings, and weekends, depending on business necessity.

The Company is committed to the cause of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, thus abiding by all applicable state and federal laws. Our practices regarding employment, job promotion, compensation, training, and termination do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, sex, national origin, veteran's status, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

It is expected that all employees, both management and staff, will fully support these nondiscriminatory policies.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure essential functions and duties have been included. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities.

Last Revised 07/2026.