What are the responsibilities and job description for the MATERIAL HANDLER position at LanceSoft?
Detailed Job description: Job Title: Material Handler/Forklift Operator Job Duration: 6 Months Contract Location Jurupa Valley, CA 91752 Pay Range $23.00 - $26.00/hr. On w2 Position Summary We are seeking a safety-focused and reliable Material Handler to support operations at a mechanical recycling facility in Jurupa Valley, CA. This role is responsible for the safe movement of raw materials and finished products throughout the facility, with a primary focus on forklift operation, material handling, and supporting recycling process operations. The ideal candidate will have prior forklift experience, a strong commitment to safety, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced industrial environment. Key Responsibilities Safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, and stage raw materials and finished products throughout the facility. Follow all site safety procedures and comply with company environmental, health, and safety requirements. Collaborate with operations and maintenance personnel to support equipment trials, production activities, and process improvements. Manage raw materials by organizing, weighing, measuring, and preparing materials for processing. Perform visual inspections of incoming and outgoing materials and report any quality or contamination concerns. Prepare materials for the recycling infeed process and assist with material flow throughout the facility. Perform equipment changeovers and assist with the disassembly, assembly, and cleaning of process equipment as needed. Maintain clean work areas by collecting and disposing of waste materials in designated compactors or dumpsters. Support inventory accuracy by properly identifying, labelling, and staging materials. Complete required operational and safety documentation. Assist with other production and material handling activities as assigned. Required Qualifications High school diploma, GED, or equivalent Valid forklift certification and demonstrated experience operating forklifts in an industrial, manufacturing, warehouse, or recycling environment. Ability to safely load, unload, stack, and transport materials. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards. Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate with operations and maintenance personnel. Comfortable working in an industrial recycling facility environment. Able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks including standing, walking, bending, and climbing as required. Preferred Qualifications Experience in recycling, manufacturing, plastics processing, or material recovery operations. Experience supporting production equipment operations and changeovers. Familiarity with inventory management and material tracking processes.
Salary : $23 - $26