Forklift Operator

Republic Services; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Republic Services in Conover, NC is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely operate a forklift for stacking materials, loading trailers and moving containers within the facility.

Responsibilities include pre/post inspection, organizing material, coordinating with the supervisor, and adhering to safety policies to minimize downtime while maintaining efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Must complete and pass OSHA forklift certification training (29 CFR 1910.178).
• Minimum of 1 year of forklift operation experience.
• Experience working at OSHA-regulated sites.
• Ability to load trailers safely and work with accuracy and care.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation inspection of forklift.
• Load trailers safely and efficiently.
• Organize material within the warehouse.
• Coordinate with supervisor to empty containers and manage waste.
• Continuously monitor equipment to minimize downtime.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Professional conduct

Education

OSHA forklift certification training

Job description

## Forklift OperatorApply: Conover, NC, USA: Full time: Posted Today: R-185347POSITION SUMMARY: The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe operation of the forklift. For the purpose of stacking material, loading of trailers, and emptying full containers throughout the facility in an efficient and safe manner. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:* 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 safely and efficiently.* Responsible for organizing material in the warehouse.* Coordinates with supervisor to empty full containers 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.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:* Must complete and pass OSHA's requirements for forklift certification (powered industrial truck) training as set forth in 29 CFR 1910.178.* 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.* Minimum of 1 year of prior related experience in forklift operation.* Minimum 1 year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.**Rewarding Compensation and Benefits**Eligible employees can elect to participate in: • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage. • Health care and dependent care spending accounts. • Short- and long-term disability. • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). • Employee discount programs. • Retirement plan with a generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).• Paid Time Off (PTO)• Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits*The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.*EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services’ commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.