Forklift Operator

Venture Metals +; Wills Point (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Venture Metals + in Wills Point, TX is hiring a Forklift Operator for the AM shift (6:00am - 4:00pm, Monday - Friday). You will load and unload scrap metal, keep the workspace clean, and support site operations.

Candidates should have OSHA safety awareness; ability to pass background and drug tests; U.S. work authorization. Experience in scrap metal recycling is a plus. This is an outdoor role with PPE provided and exposure to weather conditions.

Qualifications

• OSHA/Safety certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Must be able to work in the US.
• Scrap Metal/ waste recycle experience: preferred but not required.
• Other assigned duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload scrap metal materials onto and from customer trailers, truck beds, bins and other cargo as needed.
• Ensure a clean and orderly workplace; clean and prepare sites by removing debris and possible hazards.
• Adhere to, evaluate and maintain proper service logs and maintenance requirements.
• Transfer all necessary materials from one place to another; pick up falling material during transfer.
• Perform other duties as assigned in your area, such as sweep, clean, sort, etc.

Skills

OSHA/Safety certification

Background check

Drug screening

US work eligibility

Scrap metal experience

Job description

AM Shift: 6:00am - 4:00pm Monday - Friday

Venture Metals + is a fast-growing, metal recycling company looking to grow our operations team with Forklift Operatorat our Wills Point Plant.

Duties and Responsabilities:

• Load and unload scrap metal materials, bales, bins, boxes, crates, etc. onto and from customer trailers, truck beds, bins and other cargo as needed.
• Ensure a clean and orderly workplace; clean and prepare sites by removing debris and possible hazards.
• Adhere to, evaluate and maintain proper service logs and and maintenance requirements.
• Transfer all necessary materials from one place to another; pick up falling material during transfer.
• Perform other duties as assigned in your area, such as sweep, clean, sort, etc..

Requirements:

• OSHA/Safety certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Must be able to work in the US.
• Scrap Metal/ waste recycle experience: preferred but not required.
• Other assigned duties as needed.

Working Conditions:

• Outdoor position (under roofing) in all-weather environments: rain, snow, hot, cold.
• Could be exposed to dust, fumes, high noise levels.
• PPE will be required for all employees. PPE includes, safety glasses, hard hat, high visibility vest, ear plugs, gloves, steel/composite toed shoes or boots.

Venture Metals + provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.