Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

• Perform pre- and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors are clean, and equipment is in proper operating condition  

• Reports to shift supervisor for daily work assignments.  

• Responsible for loading of trailers with baled material safely and efficiently.  

• Responsible for organizing baled material in the warehouse.  

• Coordinates with supervisor to empty full containers of recycled materials and trash bins throughout the day in and around the facility.  

• Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time;  

• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.  

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.  

Required Qualifications:   

• High School diploma or GED.  

• Minimum of 1 year of prior related experience in forklift operation.  

• Minimum 1 year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA. 

• Must be forklift certified.  

• Good customer services skills to meet and exceed customer expectations. 

• Acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.  

• Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.  

• Good follow through ability; ability to adhere to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.  

• Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company's safety standards; does not take inappropriate risks.  

• Maintains a feeling of pride in work; strives to achieve all goals. 

Preferred Qualifications:   

• Bilingual English / Spanish 

Physical: 

• Standing, walking, sitting, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously. 

• Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously. 

• Bending, reaching, stretching, foot (pedaling) and lifting ≤ 50 Lbs. frequently. 

• Eye/hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously. 

Environmental: 

• Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet/hot conditions, & noise continuously. 

• Works outside & inside.