Forklift Operator - Balcones Recycling : Job Details

Forklift Operator Midwest Fiber dba Balcones Recycling Midwest is a fast growing, regional leader in paper, plastic, single stream recycling and Confidential Onsite Paper Shredding (COPS). Due to a growth-related transfer, we are looking for a full-time Forklift Operator to perform various administrative duties in support of our operations. Balcones Recycling is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees, and we are committed to creating a working environment that is built on a foundation of respect and inclusion, where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. We are currently looking for a Forklift Operator to join our facility in Normal, IL.Job Summary The Forklift Operator drives powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials. This includes deliveries and moving materials to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks, into trucks or storage facilities. Major Job Responsibilities

• Follow daily production schedule or shipping order and transport material or equipment to and from designated areas in the facility
• Load and unload material from van trailers, flatbed trailers, box trucks, and railcars
• Operate forklift to place bales in inventory, load trailers or railcars
• Operate forklift to store bales, gaylord boxes, pallets, and crated materials in the correct storage bays, follow inventory control instructions
• Check to ensure all loads are secure
• Perform daily pre-shift equipment inspections, notifying supervisors of any deficiencies
• Helps with general warehouse cleanup at the end of each shift.
• Helps with processing equipment cleanup at the end of each shift.
• Inspects all materials inbound and outbound to verify conformance to quality standards

Job Qualifications

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
• High degree of attention required to prevent injury to others; promote a safe work environment
• Able to follow instructions for operating equipment and record keeping
• Able to execute assignments in an accurate, timely and safe manner
• Able to maintain a clean & safe environment
• Must be organized and detailed-oriented
• Ability to interact successfully with both internal and external customers at all levels
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and be flexible with changing business needs

Working conditions/physical demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Additional Comments Disclaimer: The above statements are statements intended to describe the general nature and level of being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills. With a promote-from-within philosophy and a variety of programs available to support continuous learning, Balcones Recycling offers the opportunity for a rewarding career. We are committed to the ecologically sound and sustainable use of resources and strive to operate in a manner that minimizes waste and protects the environment. A career with Balcones Recycling provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world's safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits. Find Out More... Please visit Balcones Resources - Sustainable Future Through Recycling (balconesrecycling.com) for more information on Balcones Recycling and its commitment to sustainability. BALCONES RECYCLING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. THE COMPANY DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE WITH REGARD TO RACE, SEX, RELIGION, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, CITIZENSHIP STATUS, DISABILITY, AGE, MARITAL OR FAMILIAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, GENDER EXPRESSION, VETERAN STATUS, HOUSING STATUS, SOURCE OF INCOME, OR ANY OTHER STATUS PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS. THIS APPLIES TO ANY EMPLOYMENT DECISION, INCLUDING RECRUITING, HIRING, PLACEMENT, PROMOTION, TERMINATION, LAYOFF, RECALL, TRANSFER, LEAVES OF ABSENCE, COMPENSATION, AND TRAINING. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WITH A DISABILITY IN NEED OF A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION MAY REQUEST SUCH WITHOUT FEAR OF REPRISAL OR DISCRIMINATION. Job Type: Full-time Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• HSA/FSA

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Work location/setting:

• In-person