Thommen Group AG
Liestal
Forklift Operator (m/f/d)
- 25 July 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Liestal
Job summary
Join Thommen Group, a leading recycling company in Europe! Experience a supportive work environment with great benefits.
Tasks
- Safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment according to regulations.
- Assist in loading/unloading trucks and ensure efficient material flow.
- Sort electronic waste and support production processes effectively.
Skills
- Valid forklift license and practical experience required.
- Strong technical understanding of recycling processes.
- Ability to work independently and in a team.
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About the job
Are you experienced in handling forklifts, enjoy pitching in, and keep an overview even in a lively operational environment?
With us, you ensure a safe and efficient material flow and support goods receipt as well as production in daily operations. Become part of our team and make an important contribution to the sustainable recovery of valuable raw materials with your commitment. We look forward to your application!
This is what you do...
- Safe operation of counterbalance forklifts (3.5 tonnes) and other industrial trucks in accordance with applicable safety regulations
- Loading and unloading of lorries, emptying of collection boxes and containers, and ensuring an efficient material flow between goods receipt, production, and recycling
- Supporting goods receipt in the inspection, unloading, and internal distribution of materials
- Sorting and separating electronic waste, recyclables, hazardous substances, and residual fractions according to applicable recycling and quality guidelines
- Carrying out tidying, cleaning, and maintenance work in the outdoor area and ensuring a clean, orderly, and safe working environment
- Supporting production with tasks as they arise to ensure an efficient operational process
This is what you bring with you...
- Valid forklift licence (R1 and R2) as well as solid practical experience in handling forklifts and other industrial trucks
- Technical understanding and interest in recycling electrical and electronic equipment
- Physical resilience as well as a reliable and careful working style
- Independence, commitment, and ability to work in a team
- Strong awareness of safety, quality, and environmental issues
- Good German language skills in spoken and written form are an advantage
What we offer:
- With your job, you make an active contribution to environmental protection and resource conservation
- Lots of freedom, independence, and responsibility in your tasks
- Stability and a secure workplace
- Flat hierarchies and straightforward decision-making processes
- Family-oriented corporate culture: with us, you are not just a number
- At least 25 days of holiday / 30 days from the 11th year of service or from the age of 50
- Thommen Academy (internal training and further education opportunities for our employees)
- Good social benefits (above-average continued salary payment in case of accident and illness, pension fund without loss risk)
The right decision: Working at Thommen Group
Thommen Group is one of the leading European recycling companies with roots in Switzerland. With our three strong brands Thommen, Metallum, and Immark, we offer complete recycling solutions for industry, trade, and municipalities. With over 30 locations in five countries, Thommen Group is globally networked and an important link in the economic cycle. As a producer of high-quality recycled raw materials, we create and conserve resources.
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