Forklift Operator

Traverse City, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!
Our employees are affectionately known as team green a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!

15 days of paid time off
4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program
401(k) with an employer match
Paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.

Key Responsibilities:
Maintaining a safe work environment by following the guidelines set forth in the
companys written safety program
Maintaining safe tipping floor areas by staying aware of changing traffic conditions and other equipment movement.
Reporting immediately any accident or injuries to the facility supervisor and or the facility manager after caring for the injured if required. Complete a report with the Shift Supervisor as soon as possible but within the 24 hour time period required by State Law.
Assist in the production such as dumping cages when needed moving containers and other jobs that require a forklift or loader.
Minimizing feed downtime by keeping material on the belts
Reporting after each shift the following statistical data: Actual time worked Loader or Forklift inspection sheets Manicuring bales before loading and Loading quality bales into outbound containers
Monitoring equipment forklift/Loader so necessary repairs can be made in a timely manner
Performing daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections
Refilling oil and coolants as required to ensure the correct fluid levels

Requirements:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one (1) to three (3) months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions brief correspondence and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds

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We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all without regard to race religion color national origin citizenship sex sexual orientation gender identity age veteran status disability genetic information or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position please contact

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorshipfor this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.

#GFLTalent

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.