Forklift/Bobcat/General Labor Position

About Us

We are a full-service recycler and broker with global reach. While sluggish markets have weeded out the smaller recyclers, Royal Oak Recycling has flourished, acquiring smaller operations, and making strategic partnerships. In just three years we’ve doubled our volume, handling more than 55,000 tons of material of all types each month. We service customers throughout the United States and Canada, with an emphasis on our facilities and source-segregated materials across the Great Lakes region and industrial Midwest acting as hubs for brokers, rubbish haulers, and independent recyclers.

We offer office, business, retail, and industrial recycling services, including pickups, custom product destruction, plant-based document shredding, equipment financing, and niche services like bale route pickup and plastic processing. We thrive on long-term relationships by being flexible partners open to new opportunities, finding the best value, and guaranteeing transparent service and timely payment. Additional details can be found at www.royaloakrecycling.com.

Job description
Job Description – Forklift/Bobcat Operator

As a forklift and/or bobcat operator, you will be responsible for the safe operation of a forklift and/or bobcat, and you will work with shipping and receiving to assist in loading and unloading baled recycled materials you will also sort materials as needed.
You should be someone who enjoys working in a production setting. You must have consistent, reliable attendance and practice Safety First, Last and Always!
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates forklift and bobcat in accordance with Royal Oak Recycling and OSHA guidelines.
• Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.
• Load, unload, move and stage baled materials using forklifts or bobcat.
• Maintain the facility’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• Complete daily inspection of equipment.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year of prior experience operating a forklift or bobcat.
• Previous forklift certification preferred.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment
• Six months warehouse experience
• Six months forklift and bobcat operation

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Identifies and transports requested materials to and from various locations including machines, loading docks, trucks, and storage areas approximately 80% of shift.

· Obtains production schedule and/or shipping orders and then identifies, verifies, and transports requested raw materials, equipment, or processing materials accordingly.

· Applies understanding of machine loading capacity and loading schedule, ensuring prompt and efficient delivery of required items.

· Uses protective materials and strapping equipment to protect and secure loads; once delivered, removes strapping and wrapping, then safely disposes of waste materials in designated containers or areas.

· Reports any problems with materials or equipment to supervisor.

· Manages and piles drums, skids, pallets, bales, and other supplies in specified areas.

· Services equipment as needed, reporting mechanical or electrical difficulties plant manager.

· Performs other related duties as requested.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Basic (9 th grade) math, language, and reading skills.

· Ability to handle equipment and vehicles safely and sensibly.

Education and Experience:

· Satisfactorily pass forklift driving training program or demonstrate safe handling of forklift in an on-site test.

Physical Requirements:

· Ability to maintain single-task focus and situational awareness.

· Must be able to move and lift up to 40-pounds.

Royal Oak Recycling is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Disclaimer:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee filling this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified, and is subject to change at the discretion of the Company. NOTHING HEREIN IS OFFERED, INTENDED, OR SHALL EVER BE CONSTRUED AS A CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT. Employees who continue in service thereafter will be deemed to have accepted the amended conditions.

All candidates must be authorized to work in the US.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Please describe your experience or provide any information that is relevant to the position you are applying for (optional).

Experience:

• General Labor: 1 year (Preferred)
• Bobcat: 1 year (Preferred)
• Forklift: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person