About this role
Summary
The Forklift Operator - MRF is responsible for the safe operation of the forklift at a recycling facility or MRF. For the purpose of stacking baled material, loading of trailers, and emptying full containers throughout the facility in an efficient and safe manner.
Job Description
- Perform pre- and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors are clean, and equipment is in proper operating condition
- Reports to shift supervisor for daily work assignments.
- Responsible for loading of trailers with baled material safely and efficiently.
- Responsible for organizing baled material in the warehouse.
- Coordinates with supervisor to empty full containers of recycled materials and trash bins throughout the day in and around the facility.
- Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time;
- Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications :
- High School diploma or GED.
- Minimum of 1 year of prior related experience in forklift operation.
- Minimum 1 year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.
- Must be forklift certified.
- Good customer services skills to meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.
- Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.
- Good follow through ability; ability to adhere to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.
- Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company's safety standards; does not take inappropriate risks.
- Maintains a feeling of pride in work; strives to achieve all goals.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bilingual English / Spanish
Physical/Environmental Demands:
Physical:
- Standing, walking, sitting, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.
- Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously.
- Bending, reaching, stretching, foot (pedaling) and lifting ≤ 50 Lbs. frequently .
- Eye/hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously.
Environmental:
- Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet/hot conditions, & noise continuously .
- Works outside & inside .
Hours: Monday-Friday 4:30 pm - 1:00 am w/rotating Saturdays
Salary : $21.30 - $22.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Competitive wages
- Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401K
- Life Insurance
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- Career plan
- Recognition programs
- Professional development learning
- An exceptional work environment
Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran