Material Handler / Forklift Operator in Lubbock, Tx

Material Handler / Forklift Operator – Industrial Warehouse (Lubbock, TX)

Pay: $18.00–$19.00/hr (based on experience)
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, Day Shift
Location: Lubbock, TX

About the Role

Snelling is hiring a Material Handler / Forklift Operator for a well-established industrial manufacturing company in Lubbock, Texas. This full-time position offers steady hours, great benefits, and a positive team environment.

The Material Handler plays a key role in loading, unloading, staging, and moving materials across the yard, shop, and warehouse. You’ll operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks while keeping work areas organized, safe, and efficient.

Ideal for candidates with warehouse, forklift, or shipping/receiving experience who are looking for a long-term career opportunity—not just a job.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload materials using forklifts and other equipment

• Verify deliveries and report any discrepancies

• Stage and label materials for proper storage or job use

• Pull job materials and track inventory using scanners

• Move finished products to designated staging or shipping areas

• Keep the warehouse and yard clean, organized, and hazard-free

• Follow all safety and Foreign Trade Zone procedures

Qualifications

• 1+ years of forklift experience (sit-down Class I, IV, V, or VII preferred)

• High school diploma or GED preferred

• Strong attention to detail and communication skills

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods

• Dependable and punctual with a teamwork attitude

Benefits Include

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (employer-paid options)

• Short-term disability & life insurance – company paid

• 401(k) with 100% match up to 4%

• Paid time off (5–18 days/year) and paid holidays

• Boot & safety glass allowance + employee discounts (Verizon, Dell, Premier Sportsplex)

Why You’ll Love It

• Stable, full-time hours with local, long-term growth

• Great team culture focused on safety and respect

• Opportunity to cross-train in other shop or warehouse roles

Apply Today

If you’re a dependable team player with forklift experience and want to join a respected West Texas employer, apply now for confidential consideration.

Contact:
Nicole Sharp | Snelling Staffing Services
(806) 797-3281

About Snelling

Snelling is a locally owned recruiting and staffing firm with over 200 years of combined experience serving Lubbock and West Texas.
Awards: Forbes® Best Professional Search Firms 2025 • Best of Staffing® Diamond Award (2013–2025) • Lubbock Avalanche-Journal Best of Lubbock® – Winner / Best Employment Agency (2018–2025)