Forklift Operator

Elgin Recycling Inc.; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance throughBC

Vision insurance through VSP

Vacation and sick paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k) retirement account

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee of the Year Award: Disney Way

Job summary

Elgin Recycling Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator and Metal Processor to safely operate a forklift, sort recyclable metals, and assist customers unloading materials in a busy warehouse environment.

The role is full-time and on-site, with open availability Monday through Friday and Saturdays. Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, stand most of the day, and adapt to varying temperatures. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Follow directions and adapt to new environments.
• Forklift certification required.
• Open availability Mon–Fri, including Saturdays.
• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred but not required.
• Stand or walk ~90% of the workday; sit ~10%.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Bend, stoop, and reach above shoulder height.
• Good vision, depth perception and hearing for job duties.
• Work in extreme heat and cold conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift as part of material handling duties and complete forklift certification through Elgin Recycling.
• Sort recyclable materials including brass, copper, and aluminum.
• Help customers unload materials and provide friendly, efficient service.
• Develop an understanding of process flow and warehouse procedures; refer questions to supervisor.
• Follow management directions and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Customer service

Bilingual English/Spanish

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Stand/walk throughout shift

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Join Elgin Recycling as a Forklift Operator and Metal Processor, helping process recyclable metals and providing friendly, efficient service to customers. In this hands-on role, you will safely operate a forklift, sort metals, do light disassembly, help customers unload materials, and support warehouse operations. The position requires open availability during operating hours Monday through Friday and availability on Saturdays. Full-time employees are expected to work at least 32 hours per week; overtime is not guaranteed.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift as part of material handling duties and complete forklift certification through Elgin Recycling.
• Sort recyclable materials, including brass, copper, and aluminum.
• Help customers unload the materials they bring in and provide friendly, efficient service.
• Develop a basic understanding of the company's process flow and warehouse procedures, and direct procedural questions to your supervisor.
• Follow management's directions and perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow directions and adapt to new work environments.
• Ability to complete forklift certification through Elgin Recycling.
• Open availability during operating hours Monday through Friday, including availability to work Saturdays.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) Preferred but not required
• Ability to stand or walk approximately 90% of the workday and sit for the remaining 10%.
• Ability to lift and carry materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and reach above shoulder height.
• Vision, depth perception, and hearing sufficient to perform the role's duties.
• Ability to work in extreme heat and cold weather conditions.

Compensation

$18 per hour.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance through BCBS and vision insurance through VSP after 60 days.
• Vacation and sick paid time off after 60 days.
• Holiday pay after 60 days.
• 401(k) retirement account after one year.
• Life insurance after one year.
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their immediate families.
• Employee of the Year Award: Disney World.