Job Opportunity: Forklift Drivers
Forklift Drivers Location: Sterling Heights, MI Shift: 3rd (6:00pm-5:00am) Production: $17.50/hr + $1.50 shift premium = $19.00/hr Mandatory over-time on weekends as needed* You will be working in the yard, production, and shipping. This means you MUST be comfortable working in the heat, cold, rain, snow and must be flexible with your department* Forklift Operators will be required to use standard diesel of propane powered forklifts or telescopic forklifts primarily assigned to unload materials and supplies necessary for the plant operation; move palletized bagged materials from a conveyor line to the storage yard; load both flatbed and box trucks for shipping using either portable loading ramps or operating off the ground.* Work safely and responsibly and follow all safety policies and procedures* Perform daily equipment checks and minor service maintenance* Moving palletized materials throughout the storage facility* Installs and re-supplies as necessary rolls of bagging film, rolls of stretch wrap, top sheet, pallets, bottom sheet, labels, and other consumables as needed.* Follow shipping instructions and load trucks with proper materials to complete orders* Move & stack pallets in the correct storage areas* Lift and carry boards between pallets while stacking* Align pallet stacks vertically and safely* Ensure bags are not damaged during pallet handling* Examine bag products to verify conformance to quality standards* Perform work according to accepted procedures and practices* Change out propane tanks or fill with diesel fuel depending on the type of forklift* Keep accurate records of production data* Communicate all concerns affecting safety, quality, productivity and the work environment to the Supervisor* Other work as required and assigned
Responsibilities and Duties* Must have forklift experience* High degree of attention required to prevent injury to self and coworkers; promote a safe workplace* Must be able to wear steel-toed shoes and safety glasses* Must be able to speak, comprehend, and read English* Must be able to work safely in varying temperatures in production/warehouse workplace and outside year round* Must be able to lift and carry 20-25 pounds regularly* Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally
Qualifications and Skills* At least 3 years of forklift experience in manufacturing* Must have a forklift license* Must be willing to undergo a background/drug test