Forklift Operator

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Sibelco Group
Global material solutions firm mining and processing industrial minerals like silica, clays, and olivine.
Operate and maintain forklifts, load/unload materials, ensure safety compliance.
13 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Seattle, WA
Onsite
Company Size
5,075 Employees
Service Specialisms
Mineral extraction
Materials supply
Sustainability services
Recycling
Technical services
Logistics
R&D and innovation
Engineering solutions
Sector Specialisms
Glass
Ceramics
Construction
Coatings
Polymers
Water Purification
Foundry
Steel
Role
What you would be doing
plant maintenance
forklift operation
material handling
safety reporting
load tracking
safety training
  • Assist with plant maintenance, repairs, and housekeeping.
  • Complete training including SMI safety standards and driving demonstration.
  • Report incidents, environmental hazards, and participate in safety investigations.
  • Load/unload trucks and move materials to designated areas.
  • Operate and inspect forklift daily; report maintenance needs.
  • Safely fuel, clean (radiator/air filters), and maintain forklift.
  • Track material load counts and identify cross-contamination risks.
What you bring
pallet jack
oral instructions
ppe
glass processing
  • Hand Operated Pallet Jack*
  • Understand and follow specific oral instructions.
  • Wear required PPE and follow all safety and operational procedures.
  • Glass processing knowledge, preferred.
Benefits
  • Disability Insurance
  • Electric Pallet Jack*
  • Medical Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Prescription Drug Benefits
  • Vision Insurance
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Founded in 1872
Years in Operation
The business began operations in 1872, marking its establishment in Belgium.
30+ Countries
Global Production Presence
The company operates production sites across more than 30 countries worldwide.
2024 Expansion
North American Market Entry
The company expanded into North America by acquiring Strategic Materials.
  • It mines and refines high-spec industrial minerals—such as silica, feldspathics, kaolin, clays, and olivine.
  • A leader in glass recycling, it expanded into North America by acquiring Strategic Materials in 2024.
  • Its minerals support industries from building and infrastructure to high-tech applications like semiconductors and smartphone screens.
  • Typical projects involve supplying mineral feedstock for glass, ceramics, coatings, polymers, water filters, and renewable-energy components.
  • Unusual fact: it processes some of the world’s most precise minerals used in smartphone displays and solar technology.
Culture + Values
  • Customer First: We put the customer at the heart of everything we do.
  • Safety: We put safety first in all of our operations.
  • Integrity: We act with honesty, transparency, and respect for others.
  • Collaboration: We work together to achieve shared goals.
  • Sustainability: We are committed to a sustainable future for all our stakeholders.
Environment + Sustainability
2050 Goal
Net Zero Target
The company aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions by the year 2050.
  • Committed to reducing carbon footprint and energy use across operations.
  • Promotes circular economy principles to minimize waste and optimize resource use.
  • Investing in technologies and processes to reduce environmental impact and improve sustainability.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Focuses on building an inclusive and diverse workforce.
  • Has set gender diversity targets to increase the representation of women in leadership roles.
  • Tracks and reports gender balance regularly, with clear initiatives to improve gender equality at all levels.
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