Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC; Gray Court (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off and company-paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Telemedicine services

Job summary

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC in Gray Court, SC is seeking a Forklift Operator for their alternative engineered fuel facility. This position involves operating forklifts, unloading and loading materials, and performing daily inspections on equipment. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of warehouse experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 75lbs. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and time off policies.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of shipping receiving and warehouse experience.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Ability to lift up to 75lbs.
• Experience operating forklift/heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift in the alternative engineered fuel facility.
• Unload and load wastes in compliance with company regulations.
• Perform daily PM and inspections on operating equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and materials.

Skills

Forklift operation

Shipping and receiving

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma/GED preferred

Job description

Job Summary

This position is responsible for operating a forklift in our alternative engineered fuel facility in Gray Court, SC, second shift (Monday - Friday 1p - 9:30p).

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 driver's license.
• High school diploma/GED preferred.
• Able to operate forklift/heavy equipment.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Lift up to 75lbs.
• Climbing/balance/bending/stooping/crawling.
• Standing/sitting.
• Pushing/pulling.
• Use of power tools.

Benefits

Physical and Mental Wellbeing

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with a first‑class concierge service (available in Spanish) and second MD offering.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and HSA — employer contribution to all HSA accounts.

Time off: 11 company‑paid holidays plus paid time off and voluntary time off plans.

Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 counseling services, confidential and free.

Telemedicine: free virtual visits by licensed practitioners any time, including holidays.

Financial and Retirement Planning

401(k) with generous matching after 90 days—up to 5% of pay matched, fully vested immediately.

Life and disability insurance (life, short‑term, long‑term disability coverage) paid by employer.

Voluntary life protection plans (life/add, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident).

Rewards and recognition programs for birthdays, anniversaries, and milestones.

Financial planning — free one‑on‑one sessions with a certified financial planner/coach.

Employee discount program for savings on everyday goods and services across the US.