Forklift Operator

EMR Metal Recycling • Houston, TX

65d • Onsite

About The Position

We are currently looking for a full-time Forklift Operator to assist with metal recycling activities. This position will be based out of our Houston, TX site. We Offer: Competitive Salary: Enjoy a great starting salary with performance-based bonuses Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance plans to keep you covered Retirement Savings: Plan for your future with our retirement savings plan, including employer matching Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, holidays, parental leave, and sick leave Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement and professional development

Requirements

• Minimum 2+ years of consecutive sit-down forklift work experience
• OSHA/Safety certification preferred, but not required
• Ability to use variety of hand tools such as snip cutters, brooms, and shovels, etc.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently
• Ability to work overhead, climb ladders, kneel, and stand for long periods
• Ability to work in all elements such as rain, cold, and heat
• Ability to handle stressful situations, manages time, and multitasks
• Ability to communicate effectively in both spoken and written form
• Ability to pass a criminal background check, physical, and drug screening

Responsibilities

• Load and unload scrap metal materials, bales, bins, boxes, crates, etc. onto and from customer trailers, truck beds, bins, and other cargo as needed
• Transfer all necessary materials from one place to another; pick up falling material during transfer
• Manually move material from one place to another; manually fill and dump material bins.
• Identify, sort, label, move and transfer metal materials
• Dismantle/disassemble or take apart insulated wiring, small electric motors, and scrap components
• Pack or wrap material by hand; load, wrap, and prepare pallets for shipment
• Use signals, when necessary, to assist machine operators who are moving larger pieces of material
• Ensure a clean and orderly workplace; clean and prepare sites by removing debris and possible hazards
• Adhere to, evaluate and maintain proper service logs and maintenance requirements
• Follow production plans and instructions from supervisors or more experienced workers
• Adhere to operating and health and safety protocols
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a great starting salary with performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance plans to keep you covered
• Retirement Savings: Plan for your future with our retirement savings plan, including employer matching
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, holidays, parental leave, and sick leave
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement and professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Waste Management and Remediation Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed