Forklift Operator

Clean Harbors•Mason, MI

2d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Clean Harbors is hiring a Forklift Operator in Mason, Michigan. This hands-on position involves operating a forklift to load and unload trucks and move equipment and materials safely between inbound and outbound docks, helping improve turnaround times. The role also includes handling inventory and shipment information, staging materials, and supporting vehicle movement for real-time dock scheduling. The position requires working outdoors in varying weather conditions and involves less than 10% travel. It has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience in a similar forklift or industrial warehouse environment.
Valid driver’s license.
Experience operating Microsoft Office.
Attention to detail, ability to count and read, and time management skills.
Ability to communicate and work with a team.
Frequent lifting and carrying of up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
Frequent sitting, walking, bending, climbing, and use of hands and feet for vehicle operation.

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification.

Responsibilities

Operate a forklift throughout the facility to load, unload, and move barrels, freight, and materials.
Inspect barrels, freight, and materials for damage during loading and unloading.
Use an RF scanner to scan and track materials.
Enter and update inventory and shipment information in Excel and WMS.
Safely load and unload trailers and trucks.
Move and stage materials in the correct storage areas.
Follow safety procedures when handling materials and working around trucks and other equipment.
Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
Operate cars and small and large trucks with automatic and manual transmissions within the yard.
Support movement of vehicles required for real-time dock scheduling.