Forklift Operator

Schnitzer Steel
United States
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Supply Chain & LogisticsSkills: ["Safety compliance","Organizational skills","Attention to detail","Ability to follow instructions","Time management"]

Operate a forklift and/or skid steer to safely lift and move materials, machines, and products in a scrap metal recycling plant. Ensure strict compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental standards, including PPE use and participation in certification/training. Support yard and plant operations through cleaning, cleanup, basic sorting of scrap, completing equipment paperwork, and assisting with maintenance and special projects as needed.

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Schnitzer Steel
Schnitzer Steel
4 months ago

Forklift Operator

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Job Summary

Operate a forklift and/or skid steer to safely lift and move materials, machines, and products in a scrap metal recycling plant. Ensure strict compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental standards, including PPE use and participation in certification/training. Support yard and plant operations through cleaning, cleanup, basic sorting of scrap, completing equipment paperwork, and assisting with maintenance and special projects as needed.
Location: United States
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Supply Chain & Logistics
Seniority: Entry level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Operate a forklift and/or skid steer to lift and move bins, equipment, and materials safely.
  • •Strictly adhere to Health, Safety, and Environmental standards, including wearing all PPE and following safety protocols.
  • •Assist with cleaning, yard/facility cleanup, and maintenance to support plant operations.
  • •Complete paperwork associated with the forklift and/or skid steer and report equipment deficiencies or malfunctions.
  • •Perform basic sorting of scrap and complete special projects or other duties as assigned.

Pay and Benefits

Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVision401k MatchingPaid LeavePaid Holidays

Key Requirements

  • •Must hold valid Forklift and/or Skid Steer Certification, if required in the state or province you are applying to work.
  • •Experience operating equipment in an industrial setting to move product and/or material.
  • •Must be at least 16 years of age for Canada and 18 years of age for the USA.
  • •Able to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
  • •Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and able to handle multiple competing tasks.
Experience:Scrap metal
Skills:Safety complianceOrganizational skillsAttention to detailAbility to follow instructionsTime management
Certifications:Forklift certificationSkid Steer certification

Company Brief

Schnitzer Steel
Radius Recycling processes ferrous and nonferrous scrap metal and operates recycling facilities, mill services, and downstream metal recovery operations. It serves industrial, commercial, and retail customers across North America with circular-economy materials solutions.
Industry: Recycling & Waste Management
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Portland, United States
Founded: 1906
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