Yard Loader

About the Role

The Yard Loader is responsible for safely and accurately loading and unloading all deliveries, operating forklifts, and performing preventive maintenance on equipment. This role requires adherence to safety protocols, the consistent use of personal protective equipment, and the ability to work 40+ hours per week, including weekends, while providing excellent customer service to drivers and will‑call customers. • Safely load and unload all deliveries while operating a forklift and performing preventative maintenance. • Communicate unsafe conditions immediately and consistently use personal protective equipment. • Conduct final visual inspections, label finished goods, and ensure proper product rotation and inventory tracking. • Provide excellent customer service to drivers and will‑call customers, minimizing errors. • Stay current on pipe specifications, packaging requirements, and continuously improve processes and housekeeping. • Participate in company training programs to build job skills and increase earning potential.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸forklift operation
• ▸preventive maintenance
• ▸inventory tracking
• ▸visual inspection
• ▸customer service
• ▸safety protocols

What You Bring

Successful candidates are self‑motivated, energetic, and able to work independently in a fast‑paced environment. Required qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, basic inventory management, forklift operation, basic math skills, and a team‑oriented attitude; prior experience in a warehouse, industrial, or manufacturing setting is preferred. • Self‑motivated, independent worker with strong dependability. • Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and work effectively as part of a team. • Basic inventory management, mathematical, and forklift operation skills.

Requirements

• ▸self‑motivated
• ▸team‑oriented
• ▸high school
• ▸inventory management
• ▸forklift
• ▸warehouse experience

Benefits

ADS offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, company‑paid life and AD&D insurance, disability coverage, a profit‑sharing 401(k) plan, paid holidays and vacation, bereavement pay, jury duty, military leave, and numerous voluntary wellness and financial programs. Employees benefit from growth opportunities within ADS’s global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, an inclusive and creative work culture that values diverse perspectives, and a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, highlighted by the company's position as one of North America’s largest plastic recyclers.

Work Environment

Onsite