Forklift Operator

reworld; Asheboro (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Benefits

401k - match

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Reworld is seeking a Waste Processing Technician I to join our Sustainable Site Solutions team in Asheboro, NC. This entry-level role focuses on collecting and processing waste materials, operating forklifts, balers, and compactors, and ensuring safe, efficient site operations in a fast-paced environment.

You will work under a Project Manager and support different facility processes while adhering to PPE requirements and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred and is a baseline requirement.
• Experience operating forklift equipment is preferred and valued.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and strong time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as forklifts, balers, and compactors.
• Process waste materials into commodities per vendor specs.
• Perform general housekeeping and area maintenance.
• Complete preventative maintenance paperwork for equipment.
• Assist with loading/unloading trailers and managing collection points.
• Demonstrate safety and Reworld values in daily tasks.

Skills

Forklift experience

Microsoft Office

Excellent communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

NetSuite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

All that we’re missing is you.

About the role

Waste Processing Technician I (WPTI) is an entry-level position within the Sustainable Site Solutions division of Reworld. The WPTI is responsible for the collection and processing of waste material from their client's facility. The WPTI takes their direction from the Project Manager when applicable. The WPTI will utilize various forms of machinery to perform their everyday tasks, including forklifts, compactors, and balers. This position will handle various types of waste during their daily routine and is expected to be safety conscious and understand the correct PPE to utilize during their tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as fork trucks, balers, compactors, etc.
• Process waste materials into like commodities or in accordance with vendor specifications
• General housekeeping. Sweeping, washing and other maintenance of the area(s) Reworld is responsible for
• Preventative Maintenance paperwork for equipment
• Loading/Unloading of van trailers and/or flat beds
• Managing collection points within a client's facility
• Ability to demonstrate how your actions support Reworld Values and Behaviors, including Safe and Inclusive Workplace, Delivering Results through Trust and Building Breakthrough Capabilities.
• Interact with plant personnel to determine needs of the local areas

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED preferred
• 1+ year of experience in shipping/receiving like environment
• Forklift experience preferred
• Able to pass respirator fit test
• Ability to demonstrate how your actions support Reworld Values and Behaviors, including Safe and Inclusive Workplace, Delivering Results through Trust and Building Breakthrough Capabilities.
• Ability to utilize NetSuite
• Ability to demonstrate how your actions support Reworld Values and Behaviors, including Safe and Inclusive Workplace, Delivering Results through Trust and Building Breakthrough Capabilities.
• Must exercise good judgement and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate attention to detail and time management
• Ability to use Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Physical Demands

• Must be able to operate forklifts, hand trucks, and other power tools
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Kneeling, crawling, stooping, bending, or twisting for extended periods of time
• Walking and/or standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time
• Position requires working near and around operating mechanical parts and mobile equipment

What Reworld Offers You

• Health Care Benefits - start first day of employment.
• Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards
• 401k - match up to 7%
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $38,028.00 - $52,276.00

Reworld™ provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person-and their f