Forklift Operator at Eureka Recycling

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Apr, 26

Salary

24.0

Posted On

15 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Forklift Operation, Sorting, Quality Audits, Safety Awareness, Teamwork, Communication, Equipment Maintenance, Physical Labor, Contamination Removal, PPE Compliance, Time Management, Problem Solving, Flexibility, Attention to Detail, Radio Communication, Debris Cleaning

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Description FORKLIFT OPERATOR Updated: January 2026 Reports to: Senior MRF Manager Terms: Regular full time Compensation: $18.25 - $24.00, hourly Shift: Mon-Fri, 9AM – 6PM Benefits: Health insurance, long-term disability and life insurance premiums paid 100%, dental insurance premium shared, employer contribution to 403(b) retirement plan after 6 months of employment. Access to FSA/HSA health savings accounts, and various ancillary insurance plans. PTO and paid holidays. Purpose Eureka Recycling’s Forklift (Machine) Operator performs works in the areas of two departments—sorting and equipment operation. Approximately half of the day will be spent on the sorting line separating recyclable and non-recyclable materials on a conveyor belt. The other half of the day will be spent helping the equipment operator team by running the baler, doing quality audits, and removing contaminants from baled recyclables. This position may involve driving heavy equipment as an auxiliary role, such as moving bales with the forklift. The Forklift Operator works in a collaborative and constructive manner which reflects the values of the organization. Responsibilities · Safely sort materials to required standard on sort line and table, meeting our organizational goals of quality and efficiency. · Report any safety concerns as near misses in order to prevent injuries and accidents · Be prepared to work by arriving to position on the line on time with all PPE in place at the beginning of the shift and after breaks and lunch. · Follow the rotation schedule appropriately and with a flexible attitude, willingly switching to a different position when directed. · Perform daily inspections of equipment and PPE, report malfunctions to supervisor and complete minor repairs as training allows. · Maintain a clean work area, keeping it free of debris by sweeping, shoveling, and raking materials as directed. · Clean debris off of polishing screens such as plastic bags, hoses, metal strapping, wire and other debris that wraps around the screen shafts. · Work courteously and tactfully with employees and supervisors as a cooperative team member. · Operate a forklift to move aluminum and other bales from baler and quality sort area. · Operate the baler, including documenting bales made, open silos to send material to the baler. · Use a hand tool to remove contamination from baled material. · Operate a two-way radio to communicate with and receive instructions from a supervisor and communicate with others. · Perform other duties and projects as assigned, responding respectfully to supervisors’ requests. Minimum Qualifications · Must successfully complete pre-employment physical and drug screen. Is subject to the Company’s drug-free workplace program. · Ability to operate a forklift. · Ability to follow written and verbal directions and to complete assigned tasks on schedule. · Ability to learn from directions, observations and mistakes and apply procedures using good judgment. · Ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to interact appropriately with others. · Communicate effectively via a two-way radio. · Ability to work courteously and tactfully with customers and employees. Physical Requirements · Perform heavy physical labor; lifting and carrying heavy objects of up to 50 pounds in weight. · Sit for extended periods of time while operating equipment. · Climb in and out of equipment; bending at the waist; reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; carrying; pushing and pulling. · Operate a variety of buttons and levers by hand and use feet to control pedals on equipment. Working Conditions · Subject to strong odors. · Works indoors and outdoors; subject to seasonal and adverse weather conditions. · Subject to noise from equipment operation. · Work will require occasional weekend and/or evening work. Affirmative Action Policy Statement: Eureka ensures equal opportunities for all employees and job applicants, prohibiting discrimination or harassment based on various factors, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, marital status, public assistance status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Responsibilities

The Forklift Operator will spend half the day sorting recyclable materials and the other half assisting the equipment operator team with tasks such as running the baler and conducting quality audits. The role also includes operating a forklift to move bales and maintaining a clean work area.