Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Job Summary

Operates one or two pieces of equipment including but not limited to baler, front‑end loader, bobcat, candensifier or forklift to transport or bind paper or other loose materials to facilitate handling.

Preferred experience:

6+ months forklift operation.

Shift: Monday‑Friday, 3:00 pm–2:00 am (2nd Shift).

• Sorts and grades material.
• Fills and operates candensifier.
• Records materials or items received or distributed and marks them with identifying information.
• Maintains inventory records.
• Compiles worksheets or tickets from customer specifications.
• Insures material is being fed properly onto conveyor.
• Coordinates flow of material.
• Starts baler on time, reads monitor signals, reacts quickly to machine prompts and alarms, and ensures proper operation.
• Monitors and documents downtime.
• Insures safety around working areas.
• Checks quality of material before it is baled or shipped.
• Coordinates with MRF Manager for material batching and shipping.
• Performs routine maintenance and daily inspection on equipment including lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
• Keeps supply of wire on hand for baler.
• Operates loader, forklift, bobcat, or other equipment to move material to designated area.
• Keeps surrounding work areas clean.
• Unloads, tags, and stacks material in proper rows using lifting device.
• Loads or unloads materials into or out of trailers and railcars.
• Moves material from baler.
• Dumps containers, bins, and gaylords of materials.
• Reads loading, unloading sheets and bills of lading.
• Completes necessary load and unload tally sheets.
• Inspects and grades wastepaper at the plant.
• Ensures vehicle condition reports are filled out properly as required by corporate guidelines.
• Complies with all safety policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required:

• Minimum 6 months of previous work experience.
• Forklift certified.

Preferred:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1 year of previous work experience.

This position involves a mix between an office and plant/field environment, requiring the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and copy machines. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short Term Disability.
• Stock Purchase Plan and company match on 401(k).
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days (benefits may vary by site).
• Annual Education Assistance Benefit.
• Additional benefits include discounted stock options and dependent day care.

Pay:
Expected base pay range $20.00 - $23.00 per hour.

Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran