Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift 1p -9:30p

Vls-Environmental-Solutions; Gray Court (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

FSA/HSA options

11 company-paid holidays

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Telemedicine

401(k) matching

Life and Disability Insurance

Job summary

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC is hiring a Forklift Operator for our Gray Court, SC facility on second shift. This role involves unloading/loading waste streams, operating forklifts with attachments, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance in all tasks.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years shipping/warehouse experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs. High school diploma or GED is preferred, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and safety.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of shipping, receiving and warehouse experience.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Able to operate forklift/heavy equipment.
• Lift up to 75 lbs.
• Pushing/Pulling, use of power tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift and move materials in a safe, efficient manner.
• Unload and load wastes in compliance with company, state, and federal rules.
• Perform daily PM and inspections on equipment.
• Monitor equipment and report issues to the supervisor.
• Assist with sample collection and material handling as needed.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas and adhere to PPE requirements.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety-minded

Attention to detail

PPE usage

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Gray Court, South Carolina, United States

Work Location Type

Onsite

About VLS!

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions providing industry-leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients' sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40+ locations across North America.

VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.

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Marine Services

VLS Marine Services division offers state-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.

Job Summary

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for operating a forklift in our alternative engineered fuel facility in Gray Court, SC, second shift.

Job Duties

• Ensures Health & Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and always acting in a safe manner.
• Monitors equipment assigned to the area and notifies the supervisor of major/minor issues and breakdowns
• Responsible for the unloading and loading of wastes in conformance to company rules and regulations
• Offloads and Check-in inbound waste streams
• Must perform daily PM and inspections on operating equipment
• Load, unload waste safely in accordance with Company, federal, state, and local regulations/rules
• Operate a fork truck with attachments
• Check for inconsistencies with manifested types and quantities with actual containers received in accordance with Company rules and regulations
• Use proper equipment to remove samples of materials for analysis and compatibility checks
• Responsible for keeping work areas, walls, pit drain, and floor in a clean and safe condition
• Understand Coding and labeling systems to handle and manage containers
• Position handles materials and will often require the use of PPE: Boots, Gloves, Suits, Eye/Ear Protection, and Respirator
• Shovels, sweeps, and cleans the area in which they are assigned periodically throughout the day
• Any other duty assigned by the Plant Manager

Requirements

1-3 years of shipping receiving and warehouse experience

Valid Drivers License Required

High School Diploma/GED preferred

Able to operate Forklift/heavy equipment

Ability to work well with others

Lift up to 75lbs

Pushing/Pulling

Use of power tools

What's in it for you!

At VLS our employees are the core of our business. As such, we value our employees' physical, mental, and financial wellbeing by providing first class, high value benefits and resources that are centered around a proper work-life balance.

Physical and Mental Wellbeing: VLS is committed to supporting our employees' physical and mental health by providing:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - Based on each employee's need, we offer various high quality, low-premium medical, dental and vision plans, which include our first-in-class concierge service (available in Spanish) and 2nd MD Offering.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Healthcare Saving Accounts (HSA) -- Set aside pre-tax money to use toward your health care spending. VLS provides an employer contribution to all HSA accounts.

Time Off - We offer 11 (eleven) company-paid holidays, in addition to our paid time off and voluntary time off plans.

Employee Assistance Program -- 24/7 assistance and counseling services that 100% confidential and free to all employees and their dependents.

Telemedicine -- All employees and dependents receive free virtual visits by licensed practitioners any time, any day...including holidays!

Financial and Retirement Planning: At VLS we offer the following to assist our employees with planning around their finances and saving for retirement:

401(k) - Generous 401(k) matching program after 90 days of employment. VLS will match up to 5% of your pay every pay period. Matching contributions are 100% vested immediately.

Life and Disability Insurance -- Employer-paid life insurance, along with short-term and long-term disability coverage provided to all full-time employees.

Voluntary Life Protection Plans -- Employees and their dependents can elect coverage in our voluntary life/add, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident plans.

Rewards and Recognition Programs -- We celebrate our employees! From birthdays to anniversaries and other various milestones/achievements, we have programs in place to recognize our employees.

Financial Planning - Free One on One financial planning with a certified Financial Planner/Coach.

Employee Discount - Employee Discount Program for savings on everyday goods and services at various retailers throughout the US.

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