Forklift Operator | QA/QC & Waste Handling

Vls-Environmental-Solutions; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)

11 company-paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Telemedicine

Job summary

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC in Petersburg, VA seeks a forklift operator responsible for operating a forklift, QA/QC, and handling containerized waste for disposal at our Petersburg facility. You will follow safety policies, perform equipment PMs, and ensure accurate waste processing.

Requirements include 1–3 years of shipping/receiving experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs. Join a team dedicated to safe, compliant waste management and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of shipping receiving and warehouse experience
• Valid Driver’s License
• High School Diploma/GED
• Able to operate Forklift, heavy equipment
• Ability to work well with others
• Lift up to 75lbs
• Pushing/Pulling
• Use of power tools

Responsibilities

• Ensures Health & Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and always acting in a safe manner.
• Must perform daily PM and inspections on operating equipment. Notifies the supervisor of major/minor issues and breakdowns
• Operate a fork truck with attachments.
• Responsible for the safe unloading and loading of containerized wastes in conformance to company rules and regulations
• Check-in inbound waste streams. Check for inconsistencies with manifested types and quantities with actual containers received in accordance with Company rules and regulations.
• Calibrate, Operate and maintain proper testing equipment used in waste material analysis.
• Perform Quality Inspections on waste collection, sorting, processing and disposal operations to ensure compliance with company and regulator standards.
• Document and analyze test sample results, maintaining accurate records for audits and compliance purposes.
• Prepare detailed Quality Assurance reports and present findings to management.
• Understand Color Coding and labeling systems to handle and manage containers
• Coordinate with operational teams to implement corrective measures if needed. Coordinate with operations team for disposal locations of containerized waste.
• Shovels, sweeps, and cleans the area in which they are assigned periodically throughout the day
• Position handles materials and will often require the use of PPE: Boots, Gloves, Suits, Eye/Ear Protection, and Respirator
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives to enhance overall waste management processes and quality standards.

Skills

Shipping/Receiving experience

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

Heavy equipment

Job description

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC in Petersburg, VA seeks a forklift operator responsible for operating a forklift, QA/QC, and handling containerized waste for disposal at our Petersburg facility. You will follow safety policies, perform equipment PMs, and ensure accurate waste processing.

Requirements include 1–3 years of shipping/receiving experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs. Join a team dedicated to safe, compliant waste management and quality standards.