What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at Liberty Tire Recycling?
About Us:
Liberty Tire Recycling is a high-growth company and the premier provider of tire recycling services in North America with operations throughout the United States and Canada. Liberty Tire annually transforms more than 210 million tires into raw materials for smart, sustainable products that improve our environment and people’s lives. The Company is private equity owned, has approximately 60 sites in the US and Canada, and nearly 4,000 employees. With innovative tools, technologies and processes, Liberty Tire is a revolutionary American conservation enterprise – from coast to coast, and from whole tire to end products. The company’s commitment to finding new and better ways to RECLAIM, RECYCLE and REUSE bridges the sustainability goals of scrap tire generators nationwide with those of local scrap rubber consumers.
Job Summary:
The Forklift Operator moves finished product from the production line to its proper warehouse location, as well as load and unload truckload and LTL trucks according to shipment bills of lading, packing list, or invoices, as well as other duties as assigned.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Move finished product from the production area to the proper warehouse location.
- Unload and Load trucks
- Move product around in warehouse as needed
- Monitor system to ensure equipment is running and working properly.
- Reports any unusual noise or equipment malfunction to Supervisor.
Skills and Abilities:
- 1–2-year experience operating a forklift in an industrial environment
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds is required
- Have excellent attention to detail and be able to inspect with accuracy and speed.
- A willingness to work hard.
Education and Experience:
- Prior experience in the tire recycling or manufacturing industry is a plus.
- Prior experience with BOLs
- Basic computer and printer skills
Schedule:
- Monday-Friday; 6:00 am-3:00 pm
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
EEO Statement:
Liberty Tire Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.