Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Arakelian Enterprises Inc; Irwindale (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Professional development

Job summary

Athens Services in California is seeking a Forklift Operator - MRF to safely operate the forklift at our recycling facility. The role includes stacking baled material, loading trailers, and moving containers with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities include pre/post inspections, organizing materials, coordinating with supervision, and adhering to safety policies. Requires forklift certification and OSHA-site experience; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Requires forklift certification and at least 1 year of forklift operation experience.
• Minimum 1 year of OSHA-regulated site experience.
• Strong customer service and professional conduct.
• Good time management and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation inspections.
• Load trailers with baled material safely and efficiently.
• Organize baled material in the warehouse.
• Coordinate with supervisor to empty full containers.
• Maintain safe operation and follow safety policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Customer service

Time management

Safety awareness

Professional conduct

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

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

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 Athens Services is a local, family-owned waste collection and recycling company that has been a fixture in the greater Los Angeles community for the past 60 years. We provide innovative, consistent, and quality environmental services to our more than 250,000 customers in the 50+ communities we serve. Through reuse, recycling, and composting, Athens diverts valuable resources from landfills.