Forklift Operator
Job Description
Operate forklift and manage yard workflow to keep scrap sorting efficient.
Forklift Operator – Full-Time
North Little Rock, AR
TRG, an Alter Trading Company
1st Shift Monday–Friday (occasional weekends as needed)
About TRG, an Alter Trading Company
TRG is part of Alter Trading Corporation, a 127-year-old, privately held company operating over 70+ scrap metal processing facilities across 11 states. We are a leader in the recycling industry, trading recycled materials both nationally and internationally. Our team is committed to safety, integrity, and operational excellence.
Position Summary
We are seeking a dependable and safety-focused Forklift Operator to support daily yard operations. This role involves operating forklifts, managing the kiosk, and ensuring materials are sorted and processed according to quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate forklifts and other yard equipment
- Manually unload customer scrap metal
- Perform equipment inspections to ensure safe operation
- Load, unload, and sort materials
- Inspect materials to meet quality standards
- Understand and apply knowledge of material grades and acceptable loads
- Perform basic equipment maintenance
- Follow all safety protocols and wear required PPE
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Experience operating forklifts or similar equipment preferred
- Strong attention to safety and detail
- Ability to work in an outdoor, industrial environment
- Knowledge of scrap metal materials and grades is a plus
- Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities
Why Join TRG?
- Competitive pay
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid disability insurance
- Health savings account (HSA) with company match
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
Operate forklifts and yard equipment, Load, unload, and sort materials, Perform equipment inspections, Inspect materials to meet quality standards, Follow safety protocols and wear PPE
