Lift Truck Operator

Job Description

Job Description

About Us:

Liberty Tire Recycling is a high-growth company and the premier provider of tire recycling services in North America with operations throughout the United States and Canada. Liberty Tire annually transforms more than 210 million tires into raw materials for smart, sustainable products that improve our environment and people’s lives. The Company is private equity owned, has approximately 60 sites in the US and Canada, and nearly 4,000 employees. With innovative tools, technologies and processes, Liberty Tire is a revolutionary American conservation enterprise – from coast to coast, and from whole tire to end products. The company’s commitment to finding new and better ways to RECLAIM, RECYCLE and REUSE bridges the sustainability goals of scrap tire generators nationwide with those of local scrap rubber consumers.

Job Summary:
Liberty Tire Recycling LLC is seeking a dedicated and hard-working Lift Truck Operator to join our team in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic and be comfortable working with various tools and equipment. The employee in this position works in a dirty, wet, noisy environment and is exposed to extremes of hot and cold temperatures. A Lift Truck Operator will do various activities within the tire recycling facility. The work assignment is very physically demanding. The work hours for this position are Monday-Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handle tires weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Safety procedures
• Teamwork

• Operating a forklift loading/unloading trailers (must have verifiable experience).
• Experience Loading/ Unloading Flatbeds is a plus.
• Organizing product in the warehouse as needed.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA procedures and practices.
• Ability to work in a fast pace changing environment.
• Perform manual tasks under varying weather conditions.
• Forklift Operation

Skills and Abilities:

• Attention to detail
• Experience operating forklifts, 1 year of experience required
• Willingness to work hard
• Strength and stamina to lift and move
• Previous experience loading/unloading flatbeds is preferred
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment while also being self-motivated
• Willingness to work in hot, cold, wet, and dirty conditions

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional qualifications in logistics or supply chain management are a plus.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

EEO Statement:

Liberty Tire Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.