Forklift Operator at Sims Metal Management Limited New Zealand

San Jose, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Forklift Operation, Material Inspection, Customer Service, Retail Operations, Safety Awareness, Maintenance Skills, Communication Skills, Teamwork

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history. Job Summary: Operates forklift to assist unloading customers and load trailers to prepare for transport of scrap materials. Inspects incoming material and grades material accordingly. Transport bulk material to and from storage or processing areas by performing the following duties: Primary Responsibilities: Load and unload customer’s trucks/vehicles. Process transactions for retail operation. Performs routine maintenance on loader such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning. Completes inspection report prior to using equipment. Perform and maintain general housekeeping. Responsible for customer and employee safety in and around work area. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 3 to 5 years’ experience operating forklift In depth understanding of material types and grades Understanding of retail operation, functions, and transactions Excellent customer service skills. High school diploma or GED. Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screen. Must be able to comfortably wear a respirator. Ability to read and comprehend instructions, procedures, correspondence, & memos. Ability to speak and understand English. A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits. Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  qualified applicants with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation may request such without fear of reprisal or discrimination. To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.

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Responsibilities

The Forklift Operator operates a forklift to assist in unloading customers and loading trailers for transport of scrap materials. They are responsible for inspecting incoming materials, processing transactions, and maintaining safety in the work area.