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2nd shift - Machine Operator/Forklift-Recycle

Hazelwood, MO 63042

Posted: 09/01/2026 Job Number: 817343 Pay Rate: 18.00 Industry: Plastics

Job Description

Position Title: Machine Operator/Forklift-Recycle

Wage: $18.00 per hour 

Shift: 2nd

Hours: 3:00pm-11:30pm

QPS Employment Group has a great Machine Operator/Forklift-Recycle position available at a company in Hazelwood, MO. This is a 2nd shift position with the opportunity for hire. 

Machine Operator/Forklift-Recycle Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Inspect plastic pallets for defects and determine appropriate rework or repair methods.
- Repair, rework, and refurbish defective plastic pallets to meet company quality standards.
- Break down damaged or unusable pallets for recycling or disposal.
- Operate a forklift to transport pallets, materials, and finished products throughout the department as needed.
- Load and unload materials using a forklift when required.
- Perform manual handling of pallets, including stacking, sorting, and organizing inventory.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Support recycling, housekeeping, and general production tasks within the rework department.

Machine Operator/Forklift-Recycle Requirements:
- Previous forklift experience required.
- Manufacturing, warehouse, or production experience preferred.
- Ability to use basic hand tools and perform minor repairs.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining quality and productivity standards.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
- Reliable attendance and dependable work ethic.
- Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
- Frequently stand and walk for up to 12 hours per shift.
- Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, and reach throughout the workday.
- Regularly grasp, handle, and manipulate plastic pallets and materials.
- Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
- Ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment.

About us:
QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!
 
Why Work with QPS?
- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process
 
Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers and we will never ask you to pay a fee!
 
Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy.
 
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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