Recycling Forklift Operator: Safe Materials Movement

GFL Industries; Harrisonville (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental insurance

401(K) + 401(k) matching(7)

Paid Holidays

15 days of paid time off per year

Disability Insurance

Job summary

GFL provides an opportunity for a forklift operator at our recycling facility in Harrisonville, MO. You will operate forklifts/loaders, assist with material movement, and perform daily safety checks in compliance with OSHA standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (or 1–3 months related experience), good communication, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Benefits include health, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) with match, paid holidays and PTO.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, or 1–3 months related experience/training or an equivalent combination.

Responsibilities

• Operate facility forklifts and loaders to assist with material movement while following OSHA safety standards.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and submit paperwork to Recycling Facility Manager daily.
• Communicate effectively with facility personnel regarding material conditions.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following the company safety program and reporting incidents.
• Assist in production tasks such as dumping cages, moving containers, and other forklift/loader duties.
• Monitor equipment and schedule repairs as needed; refill oil and coolant as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Reading and writing

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

GFL provides an opportunity for a forklift operator at our recycling facility in Harrisonville, MO. You will operate forklifts/loaders, assist with material movement, and perform daily safety checks in compliance with OSHA standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (or 1–3 months related experience), good communication, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Benefits include health, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) with match, paid holidays and PTO.