Forklift Operator - 4th Shift - SDS

Tradebe Environmental Services; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 2,603,664 - 3,014,188; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits

401k match

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Tradebe Environmental Services in East Chicago, IN seeks an on-site Forklift Operator. You will safely unload trailers, stage and store materials, and help move drums through processing while following strict safety standards.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and forklift experience. Hazardous waste experience is preferred. You must be able to wear a respirator and work the 11PM-7:30AM/11PM-11:30AM shifts with weekly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; forklift experience required.
• Hazardous waste experience preferred; able to follow SOPs and perform basic math.
• Able to wear a respirator, pass required screenings, and work on-site schedule.

Responsibilities

• Safely unload trailers and process waste materials.
• Stage, store, and prepare materials for processing.
• Track drum storage and movements accurately.
• Inspect forklifts daily and perform basic maintenance.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Business Line: Environmental Services & Global Functions

Description: Tradebe is a group of industrial businesses dedicated to creating a more sustainable planet and making a real impact on human wellbeing. In the US, we lead the way in recycling and the circular economy, managing diverse environmental challenges sustainably.

Our East Chicago, IN facility is the heart of our operations and our largest processing hub, where innovation and teamwork drive meaningful environmental solutions. Join us in this dynamic location to be part of shaping a sustainable future.

Opportunity Highlights

• Pay Range: $21.15-21.88/hr

  • Base Pay: $18.90/hr starting; Increases to $19.63 after 90 days;

  • Operator Pay: $1/hr

  • Shift Differential: $1.25

• Shift:4 days on, 3 days off - Wednesday/Thursday from 11PM-7:30AM and Friday/Saturday from 11PM-11:30AM

• Weekly Pay

What will you do? Make an impact!

Operate forklifts safely and efficiently in drum storage and processing areas at a Tradebe plant, ensuring the proper handling, staging, and processing of materials in compliance with safety and operational standards.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Safely unload trailers and process waste materials.
• Stage, store, and prepare materials for processing.
• Track drum storage and movements accurately.
• Inspect forklifts daily and perform basic maintenance.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Do you have what it takes?

Qualifications & Physical Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent; forklift experience required.
• Hazardous waste experience preferred; able to follow SOPs and perform basic math.
• Able to wear a respirator, pass required screenings, and work assigned on-site schedule.
• Must read/write English and perform physical tasks including standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, and kneeling.

What's in for you?

Why Tradebe is Right for You

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Generous vacation and sick plans
• Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision
• 401k Retirement match
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Health savings accounts (HSA)
• Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance
• Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
• Leadership opportunities
• Great work environment and culture
• And MORE!

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Tradebe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law

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