Waste & Forklift Driver — Clean, Safe Plant Ops

American NTN Bearing Corp; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental/Vision plans

401(k) Plan

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

American NTN Bearing Corp in Elgin, IL is seeking a forklift operator to support safe production and orderly work areas. The starting wage is $21.00 per hour, with eligibility for certification and benefits.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts, waste handling, equipment inspection, and maintaining cleanliness per 5S principles, while adhering to safety guidelines and attendance requirements.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year driving a forklift truck is required.
• Must be able to become forklift certified within our environment.
• Able to read, write, and verbally communicate in English to convey information effectively so others will understand.
• Must be able to read, understand, and follow all safety instructions.
• Able to consistently meet job attendance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operates industrial forklift to transport waste materials within plant.
• Operates industrial waste compactors and performs equipment inspection.
• Empties and maintains all industrial hoppers in facility.
• Coordinates with supervisor and/or contractors to schedule all waste pick-ups.
• Picks up reusable scrap for salvage and stores in containers.
• Wipes and/or power washes operating equipment.
• Brushes, sweeps and/or shovel debris around work areas as needed.
• Apply principles of 5S to assigned areas so everything is organized, clean, and safe.
• Follow all company rules and regulations related to environmental, health, and safety.

Skills

Forklift operation

English communication

Safety compliance

Job description

American NTN Bearing Corp in Elgin, IL is seeking a forklift operator to support safe production and orderly work areas. The starting wage is $21.00 per hour, with eligibility for certification and benefits.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts, waste handling, equipment inspection, and maintaining cleanliness per 5S principles, while adhering to safety guidelines and attendance requirements.