Mobile Equipment Operator (Forklift) 1st Shift and 2nd Shift

Job Description

Recycling Management Resources (RMR), one of the fastest growing recycling companies in North America, is dedicated to maximizing its client’s revenue generation from recyclable paper.

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Our People Are Our Business. Employing talented people who align with our company's purpose and values is key to Recycling Management Resources (RMR) success. At RMR, our most valued assets are our people. Our most valued principle is an uncompromising commitment to the health and safety of those people. RMR keeps safety at the forefront of our business with a comprehensive safety training program, daily safety meetings in all facilities, and a safety incentive program for all employees.

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The Opportunity:

Recycling Management Resources is seeking a Full Time Forklift Operator for our Duluth, GA facility. The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating a forklift or skid steer in a safe and efficient manner while maintaining the production floor to maximize safe production. Shift hours are Monday through Friday, with extended hours as needed.

First Shift (7:00 am to 3:45 PM) Second Shift (4:00 pm to 1:00 am)

How you will make an impact:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position will be responsible for, but not limited to the following duties:

Perform pre and post trip inspections of equipment

Safely Load/unload material from trailers

Ensure correct quality of material that is handled

Ensure accuracy and recording of weights

Implementing all plant safety procedures (e.g. use gladhand locks when entering trailers)

General plant housekeeping

Material handling and sorting

Report equipment issues to supervisor/maintenance staff

What you need to succeed:

2+ years’ experience operating a skid steer and/or forklift

Experience working in a fast-paced environment

Required Skills & Competencies:

High awareness to safety at all times