Forklift Operator - Smelting Plant

Description

Job Summary: Safely operate a forklift to handle, store, and transport materials, ensuring material integrity and operational safety. Key Highlights: 1. Commitment to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from women. 2. A company that connects and aligns its business with societal needs. 3. Be part of a mining company that moves with the world at Nexa. In line with our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we actively encourage applications from **women** for this position. Therefore, we welcome all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of gender, identity, or any other characteristic, and join our team for the opening in **Juiz de Fora.** We are a company that connects and aligns its business with societal needs. This is how we develop mining—always attuned to change, supported by committed, inspired, and continuously developing people. Join Nexa and be part of a mining company that moves with the world! **Responsibilities and Duties** Safely operate a forklift to handle, store, and transport materials and supplies within the production environment, ensuring material integrity, operational safety, and contributing to achieving daily production targets. * Operate the forklift safely, adhering to internal standards and applicable legislation. * Perform a daily equipment checklist before use to ensure safe operating conditions. * Correctly use mandatory personal protective equipment (PPE). * Observe established load and speed limits for operations. * Supply production lines according to operational requirements. * Transport raw materials, supplies, and finished products between production areas. * Ensure proper placement and stacking of materials to prevent damage. * Maintain organization and cleanliness of the work area. * Preserve forklift operating conditions, reporting malfunctions or maintenance needs. * Respond promptly to production demands, supporting continuous process flow. * Strictly follow company operational procedures. * Collaborate closely with supervisors and the operational team. **Requirements and Qualifications** Completed high school education. Driver's license category B. Availability to work rotating shifts. **Desirable Qualifications** Defensive driving course. **Skills and Competencies** Valid Forklift Operator Certificate (NR-11). Prior experience as a forklift operator in an industrial or logistics environment. **Additional Information** ***Nexa believes in fostering a plural environment where everyone feels comfortable and confident being their authentic selves.*** We are one of the world’s largest zinc producers! With over 60 years of experience operating and developing mining and metallurgical assets, our purpose is to integrate mining into a constantly evolving world—as an opportunity for sustainable development. We operate eight sites across Brazil and Peru—including three refineries and five mines—such as Cerro Lindo, Peru’s largest underground zinc mine, and Cajamarquilla, the largest zinc refinery in the Americas. As a result, we account for 4% of global zinc production and are the only producer of refined zinc metal in Latin America, excluding Mexico. We also produce copper, lead, silver, and gold as co-products. Nexa: Mining that changes with the world.