T1 Energy
T1 Energy

Lead Forklift Operator

TLDR

Oversee daily warehouse operations and lead a team handling receiving, shipping, and material handling in a fast-paced solar manufacturing environment.

T1 Energy is bringing solar manufacturing back to the U.S. by building a domestic solar supply chain. Our mission is to invigorate America with scalable, reliable, and low-cost energy. Our fully operational 5GW solar module facility in Wilmer, Texas, can manufacture more than 20,000 modules every 24 hours. By the time you finish reading this paragraph, we will have produced two solar panels that will power American homes and fuel domestic AI. We're focused on building advanced American manufacturing and we're passionate about engineering a better future filled with abundant energy.

The Role

T1 Energy is looking to hire a Lead Forklift Operator.

 

What You’ll Do

Oversee daily warehouse operations, including receiving, shipping, and material handling

• Lead and supervise a team of (6 forklift drivers, 3 inventory specialists, 2 clerks)
• Manage high-volume logistics, coordinating
• Verify all incoming and outgoing shipments against Bills of Lading for accuracy
• Ensure correct materials, quantities, and documentation before release or storage
• Operate forklifts safely to load, unload, and move inventory throughout the warehouse
• Train team members on warehouse procedures, safety standards, and equipment use
• Maintain organized inventory and perform regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy
• Coordinate with logistics and management teams to meet deadlines and shipment schedules
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in shipments or inventory records

 

Who You Are

· Ability to adhere to employer and government safety regulations

· Excellent working knowledge of warehouse data systems

· Inventory skills and excellent communication skills

· Physical stamina and dexterity for work involves lifting and moving heavy loads

 

Qualifications

  • High school diploma

  • Able to work either day or night shift

  • At least 1 year of experience in a relevant warehouse setting

  • Experience with pallet jacks, forklifts (certificate required) and hand trucks

The T1 Way

We move fast, expect accountability, and treat people with respect. We also have a no-jerks policy: we don't tolerate big egos, bad behavior or "that's not my job attitude". Be sharp, be honest, be human. If you can hold the line and have a sense of humor, you'll fit right in.

T1 Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected characteristics.

T1 Energy is building an integrated U.S. supply chain for solar energy and battery manufacturing, featuring a state-of-the-art 5GW solar module plant in Wilmer, Texas. Our focus is on producing scalable, reliable, and low-cost solar components to power American homes and promote domestic energy independence.

Founded
Founded 2018
Employees
51-200 employees
Industry
electrical/electronic manufacturing
Funding stage
Public
Stock ticker
Publicly traded (TE)
Total raised
$1.6B raised
Last funding
Raised April 2026
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