Skid Steer & Forklift Operator — Stable Full-Time Role

Cascades; Buffalo, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

Telemedicine

Employer-contributed retirement plan

Profit sharing

Employee share purchase plan

Employee assistance program

Referral bonus

Job summary

Cascades in Buffalo is seeking a Skid Steer Operator to move, stockpile and feed recyclable materials on the production floor with a strong safety focus.

You will operate skid steer and forklift equipment, sort and process materials, and perform pre-shift checks while supporting plant operations. This is a full-time role with benefits and growth opportunities, with starting pay of $19.00–$20.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• 3+ months of experience operating a skid steer or similar mobile equipment (forklift or loader experience is a plus).
• Strong safety mindset and adherence to PPE requirements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, industrial environment.
• Basic communication and team collaboration skills.
• Comfort working indoors/outdoors with exposure to dust, noise and weather.

Responsibilities

• Operate skid steer and forklift to move, stockpile, load, and feed recyclable materials.
• Sort, grade, and manually handle materials according to quality standards and goals.
• Perform pre-shift equipment checks, complete paperwork, and report safety or maintenance issues.
• Assist with receiving incoming loads, directing facility traffic, and keeping work areas clean and safe.
• Follow environmental regulations and company policies, watching for pedestrian and vehicle traffic.

Skills

Skid steer operation

Safety mindset

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Cascades in Buffalo is seeking a Skid Steer Operator to move, stockpile and feed recyclable materials on the production floor with a strong safety focus.

You will operate skid steer and forklift equipment, sort and process materials, and perform pre-shift checks while supporting plant operations. This is a full-time role with benefits and growth opportunities, with starting pay of $19.00–$20.50 per hour.