Facility Operator (Afternoon Shift)

Job summary

The Facility Operator is responsible for consolidating household hazardous waste and performing manual or machine-based production tasks. They must also complete production reports and maintain accurate paperwork while adhering to safety protocols.

Job details

GFL Environmental is looking for a full time Facility Operator (Afternoon Shift) to help support our operations in Hamilton, ON. The Facility Operator will be responsible to report to the Operations Supervisor. Also be responsible for performing daily operations such as complete production reports and paperwork, and bulk and consolidate household hazardous waste (i.e. paint, stain, solvents, cleaners and aerosols) manually or by machine. Key Responsibilities: Bulk and consolidate household hazardous waste (i.e. paint, stain, solvents, cleaners and aerosols) manually or by machine Perform physical labour by lifting containers up to 20L in size Complete production reports and paperwork Participate in company supplied training Work independently or as part of a team to achieve daily production goals Work safely at all times Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions Other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, Competencies: High School Diploma Forklift License is an asset Previous experience handling chemicals is an asset Previous experience in an industrial setting is an asset Must be able to read and identify labels on containers of waste to determine hazard characteristics Must be able to write in a clear and legible manner Must have access to reliable transportation to get to and from work on a daily basis. The facility is located on a bus route Must possess good verbal communication skills Must be legally eligible to work in Canada We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [email protected] Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date. This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.

What you’ll do

The Facility Operator is responsible for consolidating household hazardous waste and performing manual or machine-based production tasks. They must also complete production reports and maintain accurate paperwork while adhering to safety protocols.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma and the ability to perform physical labor, including lifting containers up to 20kg. Previous experience in an industrial setting or handling chemicals is preferred, along with a valid forklift license.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Forklift operation · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Hazardous waste handling
• Production reporting
• Physical labor
• Forklift operation
• Chemical handling
• Label identification
• Documentation
• Safety compliance
• Verbal communication
• Teamwork
• Forklift Certification
• Forklift Truck
• Waste Management
• Nebulizer
• Operations
• Verbal Communication Skills

Job areas

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Logistics
• Security & Safety
• Facility Operator
• Chemical Operator
• Chemical Processing Plant Controllers
• Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders