Forklift Operator: Safe Material Handling & Maintenance

Sibelco; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Prescription Drug Benefits

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Sibelco, located in Seattle, is seeking a Forklift Operator to support material handling and warehouse operations on-site. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks, perform safety checks, and assist with loading, unloading, and staging of materials in a dusty, noisy environment.

The role requires completing on-site training, adhering to safety policies, and participating in basic plant maintenance. Physical work and strict PPE use are part of daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete training including Sibelco safety standards and driving ability.
• Operate forklift using safe practices.
• Inspect forklift prior to shift and report issues.
• Use compressed air to clean radiator and air filters at end of shift.
• Fuel forklift safely and per procedures.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks with material.
• Track load counts per material processed.
• Move material to bunkers or staging area.
• Assist plant maintenance and repairs.
• Report incidents to shift supervisor and plant management.
• Identify cross contamination risks in storage areas.
• Identify environmental hazards and report to supervision.
• Perform housekeeping duties as assigned.
• Wear site-specific PPE as required.

Skills

Forklift

Electric Pallet Jack

Hand Operated Pallet Jack

Other heavy machinery

Glass processing knowledge

Job description

Sibelco, located in Seattle, is seeking a Forklift Operator to support material handling and warehouse operations on-site. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks, perform safety checks, and assist with loading, unloading, and staging of materials in a dusty, noisy environment.

The role requires completing on-site training, adhering to safety policies, and participating in basic plant maintenance. Physical work and strict PPE use are part of daily tasks.