Forklift Operator
Job in
Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, 07175, USA
Listed on 2026-06-25
Listing for:
Waste Management, Inc. (WM)
Full Time, Per diem
position Listed on 2026-06-25
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Material Handler, Forklift Operator, Manufacturing Production
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Pay: $ 21.50
What is the value of a WM job?
The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It’s a way to create
opportunities for you and your family.
We Are Stable:
Our WM team is home every day, and our team members perform
essential and meaningful work.
We Are Investing in You:
Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match,
discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more!
We Are Committed to Growth:
Annual Education Assistance Benefit available for
team members.
Who are we? #WeAreWM
I.
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.
II.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Sorts and grades material.
* Fills and operates candensifier.
* Records materials or items received or distributed and mark materials 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 up on time, read monitor, which displays functions of baler, and
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 to see what material needs to be baled or
shipped.
* Performs routine maintenance and daily inspection on equipment such as
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 by raising and lowering
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 ladings.
* Completes necessary load and unload tally sheets.
* Inspects and grades wastepaper that is received at 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.
III. Qualifications
A.
Required Qualifications
* 6 months of previous work experience.
* Forklift Certified
B.
Preferred Qualifications
* High School Diploma or GED
* 1 year of previous work experience.
IV.
Physical Requirements
Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and
occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable
accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions of the job.
* This job operates in a mix between an office environment and plant/field
environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such
as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.
Pay:
The expected base pay range for this on-site position is $21.50. This range
represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered
to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including
the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications,
qualifications, and work location.
V. Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package
including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As
well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees
also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that
benefits may vary by site.
If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click
Apply.
ABOUT WM
WM ( []) is North America's leading provider of
comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and
based in Houston, Texas,…
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