Forklift Operator

General Position Summary

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the operation of a forklift and/or skid steer to lift and move materials, machines, and/or products in many directions while ensuring that all efforts are compliant with the company Health, Safety, and Environmental standards. The primary goal of this position is to achieve excellence in all facets of the position.

Responsibilities

• Strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.
• Provides a safe environment for all employees, customers, and visitors.
• Follows all safety guidelines and protocols, including wearing of all PPE.
• Attends in-house certification program and retraining classes at specified intervals.
• Assisting with cleaning and related duties to maintain plant operations.
• Operating a forklift and/or skid steer in the movement of bins and equipment.
• Assisting with yard/facility cleanup and maintenance.
• Completing paperwork associated with the forklift and/or skid steer or lifting accessories and reporting any equipment deficiencies or malfunctions to the proper supervisor.
• Performing basic sorting of scrap, as well as metal and debris in preparation for processing.
• Performing special projects or other duties as needed or assigned.

Job Conditions

• Regularly exposed to all weather conditions.
• Exposure to physical hazards such as noise, fumes, and dirt.
• Wearing safety shoes, hearing protection, respirators, face shields, and additional personal protective equipment as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must hold valid Forklift and/or Skid Steer Certification, if required in the state or province you are applying to work.
• Experience operating equipment in an industrial setting to help move product and/or material.
• Must be at least 16 years of age for Canada and 18 years of age for USA.
• An Ideal Candidate Is Experienced working within the Scrap Metal industry (an asset).
• Able to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Able to handle multiple competing tasks and priorities.
• Perform quality work efficiently with minimal supervision.