Forklift Operator

1 month ago

Houston, United States EMR USA Metal Recycling Full time

About Us: 

EMR is one of the world’s leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. At EMR, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. We are committed to creating a workplace that prioritizes the well-being and safety of everyone. Our company provides a supportive and inclusive community where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued. We believe in teamwork and collaboration. 
 
Our mission is to provide our customers with efficient and reliable metal recycling services while minimizing the environmental impact of our operations. EMR recycles ten million tons of material annually, everything from beverage cans to aircraft carriers.  We work with a wide variety of metals including copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel and can recycle it into more than 200 different types of new sustainable raw materials.  
 
EMR offers our team a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans with company match, wellbeing benefits, employee assistance program and more. Join us and be a part of a team that puts people first



We are currently looking for a full-time Forklift Operator to assist with metal recycling activities. This position will be based out of our Houston, TX depot.
We Offer:

Competitive Salary: Enjoy a great starting salary with performance-based bonuses
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance plans to keep you covered
Retirement Savings: Plan for your future with our retirement savings plan, including employer matching
Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, holidays, parental leave, and sick leave
Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement and professional development

Responsibilities:

Load and unload scrap metal materials, bales, bins, boxes, crates, etc. onto and from customer trailers, truck beds, bins, and other cargo as needed
Transfer all necessary materials from one place to another; pick up falling material during transfer
Manually move material from one place to another; manually fill and dump material bins.
Identify, sort, label, move and transfer metal materials
Dismantle/disassemble or take apart insulated wiring, small electric motors, and scrap components
Pack or wrap material by hand; load, wrap, and prepare pallets for shipment
Use signals, when necessary, to assist machine operators who are moving larger pieces of material
Ensure a clean and orderly workplace; clean and prepare sites by removing debris and possible hazards
Adhere to, evaluate and maintain proper service logs and maintenance requirements
Follow production plans and instructions from supervisors or more experienced workers
Adhere to operating and health and safety protocols
Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Minimum 2+ years of consecutive sit-down forklift work experience
OSHA/Safety certification preferred, but not required
Ability to use variety of hand tools such as snip cutters, brooms, and shovels, etc.
Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently
Ability to work overhead, climb ladders, kneel, and stand for long periods
Ability to work in all elements such as rain, cold, and heat
Ability to handle stressful situations, manages time, and multitasks
Ability to communicate effectively in both spoken and written form
Ability to pass a criminal background check, physical, and drug screening

 
ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The work environment and physical working characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

Outdoor position in all-weather elements (hot/cold, rain/snow)
PPE Requirement: steel toed boots, safety glasses, hard hat, high visibility clothing, ear plugs
Exposure Issues: dust, fumes, possible high noise levels


EMR USA Metal Recycling provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. *E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve lawful workforce.

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