Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift
VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC · Gray Court, SC · 1 mo ago
ManufacturingFull-time
About the Role
This position is responsible for operating a forklift in our alternative engineered fuel facility in Gray Court, SC, second shift (Monday - Friday 1p - 9:30p).
Job Duties
- Ensures Health & Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and always acting in a safe manner.
- Monitors equipment assigned to the area and notifies the supervisor of major/minor issues and breakdowns.
- Responsible for the unloading and loading of wastes in conformance to company rules and regulations.
- Offloads and Check-in inbound waste streams.
- Must perform daily PM and inspections on operating equipment.
- Load, unload waste safely in accordance with Company, federal, state, and local regulations/rules.
- Operate a fork truck with attachments.
- Check for inconsistencies with manifested types and quantities with actual containers received in accordance with Company rules and regulations.
- Use proper equipment to remove samples of materials for analysis and compatibility checks.
- Responsible for keeping work areas, walls, pit drain, and floor in a clean and safe condition.
- Understand Coding and labeling systems to handle and manage containers.
- Position handles materials and will often require the use of PPE: Boots, Gloves, Suits, Eye/Ear Protection, and Respirator.
- Shovels, sweeps, and cleans the area in which they are assigned periodically throughout the day.
- Any other duty assigned by the Plant Manager.
Requirements
- 1-3 years of shipping receiving and warehouse experience.
- Valid Drivers License Required.
- High School Diploma/GED preferred.
- Able to operate Forklift/heavy equipment.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Lift up to 75lbs.
- Climbing/Balance/bending/stooping/crawling.
- Standing/Sitting.
- Pushing/Pulling.
- Use of power tools.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with low-premium plans, concierge service, and 2nd MD Offering.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Healthcare Saving Accounts (HSA) with employer contribution to all HSA accounts.
- 11 company-paid holidays plus paid time off and voluntary time off plans.
- Employee Assistance Program — 24/7 confidential and free counseling services.
- Telemedicine — free virtual visits for employees and dependents.
- 401(k) with generous matching up to 5% of your pay, 100% vested immediately after 90 days.
- Employer-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Voluntary life, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident plans.
- Rewards and Recognition Programs for birthdays, anniversaries, and milestones.
- Free one-on-one financial planning with a certified Financial Planner/Coach.
- Employee Discount Program for savings on goods and services.