Forklift Operator

EMR is one of the world’s leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. At EMR, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. We are committed to creating a workplace that prioritizes the well‑being and safety of everyone. Our company provides a supportive and inclusive community where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued. We believe in teamwork and collaboration.

Our mission is to provide our customers with efficient and reliable metal recycling services while minimizing the environmental impact of our operations. EMR recycles ten million tons of material annually, everything from beverage cans to aircraft carriers. We work with a wide variety of metals including copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel and can recycle them into more than 200 different types of new sustainable raw materials.

EMR offers our team a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans with company match, wellbeing benefits, employee assistance program and more. Join us and be a part of a team that puts people first!

We are seeking an experienced and safety‑focused Forklift Operator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for moving and organizing materials within a metal warehouse, preparing products for shipment, and assisting customers as needed. This position requires strong attention to safety, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.

• Load and unload scrap metal materials (bales, bins, boxes, crates, etc.) onto and from trailers, truck beds, and other containers.
• Safely transfer materials throughout the warehouse, including handling and securing unstable or falling materials.
• Manually move materials and fill or empty bins as required.
• Identify, sort, label, and organize various metal materials.
• Pack, wrap, and prepare materials and pallets for shipment.
• Use hand signals to assist equipment operators when moving large materials.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard‑free work environment.
• Complete service logs and follow equipment maintenance requirements.
• Follow production plans and supervisor instructions.
• Adhere to all operational, health, and safety procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Effective problem‑solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and commitment to safety.

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Minimum of 5+ years of consecutive sit‑down forklift experience.
• OSHA or safety certification preferred (not required).

• Warehouse setting with exposure to moving mechanical parts and varying weather conditions.
• Loud noise levels; hearing protection may be required.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, and lifting (up to 50 lbs).
• May work in confined spaces.

EMR USA Metal Recycling provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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