Skid Steer Operator

Cascades; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay

Boot allowance

Profit sharing

Retirement plan

Stock options

Annual reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

At Cascades in Buffalo, the Skid Steer Operator role offers a stable daytime schedule and practical benefits. You will perform equipment inspections, load and sort materials, and coordinate with plant operations to maintain smooth production flow.

Minimum 6 months of related experience and strong problem-solving abilities are required. Safety is paramount, with PPE worn at all times and adherence to lockout procedures during maintenance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of related experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any safety concerns
• Safely load materials from storage areas using a skid steer
• Process, grade, and sort materials according to supervisor instructions
• Assist with manual loading of specialized materials as needed
• Direct incoming vehicle traffic and coordinate with plant operators
• Follow all safety procedures and complete additional tasks as assigned
• Comply with all company safety policies and procedures
• Wear required PPE at all times (steel-toe boots, gloves, high-visibility vest)
• Operate equipment safely and avoid unsafe actions
• Follow lockout procedures during maintenance or cleaning
• Be aware of workplace hazards, including moving vehicles, equipment, and slippery surfaces

Skills

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Job description

Requisition ID37764-Posted10/20/2026-Buffalo - Cascades Recovery+ (CRP_US_106)-Cascades – Recovery+ Buffalo-Production and Manufacturing

At Cascades, Sustainable Development means Respecting the True Nature of our 10,000 talents. We put you first:

• Starting pay: $19 to $20 (Depending on experience)
• Schedule : 7am to 3:30pm (Monday to Friday)
• Boot and/or tool allowance
• Financial Benefits: Profit Sharing Plan, Retirement Plan with company matching, Stock Options & Annual flexible reimbursement program
• Employee assistance program (because we care about the physical and mental health of our people)

By applying your expertise within our facility in Buffalo, as the Skid Steer Operator:

• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any safety concerns
• Safely load materials from storage areas using a skid steer
• Process, grade, and sort materials according to supervisor instructions
• Assist with manual loading of specialized materials as needed
• Direct incoming vehicle traffic and coordinate with plant operators
• Follow all safety procedures and complete additional tasks as assigned
• Comply with all company safety policies and procedures
• Wear required PPE at all times (steel-toe boots, gloves, high-visibility vest)
• Operate equipment safely and avoid unsafe actions
• Follow lockout procedures during maintenance or cleaning
• Be aware of workplace hazards, including moving vehicles, equipment, and slippery surfaces

There's nobody quite like you!

Respect your true nature by putting forward your strengths:

• Minimum 6 months of related experience
• Strong problem-solving skills

We look forward to meeting you!

About Cascades

Cascades believes in the success of an inclusive organization that values diversity within its team. All qualified candidates will be considered for this position in a fair manner.

To be part of Cascades is to reveal the full potential of materials, people and ideas. We are a source of possibilities since 1964. Cascades have been providing sustainable, innovative and value-creating solutions in packaging, hygiene and recovery. Join 9,000 talents working in a network in almost 65 operating units located in North America.