Forklift Operator

Sims Limited (Sims) is a global leader in metal and electronics recycling, and an emerging leader in the renewable energy industry. 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.

With a promote-from-within philosophy and a variety of programs available to support continuous learning, Sims offers the opportunity for a rewarding career. We are committed to the ecologically sound and sustainable use of resources and strive to operate in a manner that minimizes waste and protects the environment.

Purpose of Role

The Forklift Operator is responsible for moving customer materials and processed outputs throughout the facility using mostly an electric and gas propane counterbalance forklift. The incumbent is also responsible for loading, unloading, handling, and transporting hazardous materials.

Principal Accountabilities

• Unload/load product from trailers in accordance with receiving schedule.
• Communicate regularly with Operations management to resolve issues or receiving errors.
• Stage shipments.
• Create accurate Bills of Lading.
• Accurately weigh, label, and close all filled boxes and blue totes.
• Maintain dock area in a clean manner.
• Perform daily forklift tasks, including daily inspections.
• Enter data into various computer systems/applications as required.
• Assist with general warehouse labor as assigned when not driving.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Key Relationships

• Internal – Operations, SHECS, and Client Operations personnel
• External – Outside truck drivers, couriers
  
  

Experience/Qualification Required

• Relevant experience in a similar occupation or industry, preferred
• High school qualifications or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred
• 1 year of experience driving a forklift
  
  

Skills And Competencies

• Forklift Certified
• Excellent attendance record
• Safety awareness
• Good problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated with positive attitude
• Adaptable to change
• Team player
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills in English
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of computers/electronics
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Bilingual in Spanish, preferred
  
  

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment with potential exposure to dust, extreme temperatures, humidity, and high noise level
• Long periods of sitting, standing, and walking
• Must be comfortable with working at heights, in confined spaces, and in a dusty environment with proper protection
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment such aa s hard hat, safety shoes, safety glasses, earplugs, fitted dust mask, etc., as required
  
  

Physical Demands - USA Specific

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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.