Recycling Forklift Loader/Operator - Harrisonville

GFL Environmental • Harrisonville, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Operate facility forklifts and/or loaders to assist with material movement at the recycling facility and in accordance to all company and OSHA standards regarding safety. Perform daily pre-trip and post-trips inspections and turn paperwork in to the Recycling Facility Manager on a daily basis. Communicate effectively with other facility personnel in regards to various material conditions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one (1) to three (3) months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, brief correspondence and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds
• Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required.
• Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining a safe work environment by following the guidelines set forth in the company's written safety program
• Maintaining safe tipping floor areas by staying aware of changing traffic conditions and other equipment movement.
• Reporting immediately any accident or injuries to the facility supervisor and or the facility manager, after caring for the injured, if required. Complete a report with the Shift Supervisor as soon as possible, but within the 24 hour time period required by State Law.
• Assist in the production, such as dumping cages when needed, moving containers and other jobs that require a forklift or loader.
• Minimizing feed downtime by keeping material on the belts
• Reporting after each shift the following statistical data: Actual time worked, Loader or Forklift inspection sheets, Manicuring bales before loading, and Loading quality bales into outbound containers
• Monitoring equipment "forklift/Loader" so necessary repairs can be made in a timely manner
• Performing daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Refilling oil and coolants as required to ensure the correct fluid levels

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(K) + 401(k) matching
• 7 Paid Holidays
• 15 days of paid time off per year
• Disability Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED