Carlex Glass America, LLC is hiring: Fork Truck Driver - Production in Vonore

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The Fork Truck Driver/Production Associate will be assigned to various production lines within our automotive glass manufacturing or fabrication plants. This role supports Carlex's production and manufacturing processes to enhance operations by improving yields, reducing waste, lowering cycle times, and reducing overall operational costs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Conduct visual inspection of products
2. Follow all safety, quality, performance, and attendance rules
3. Load and/or unload glass on various conveyor systems
4. Move racks of product using powered industrial trucks
5. Band racks of product per specifications
6. Pack product into racks for shipment to other areas of the plant or to customers
7. Perform adjustments and minor repairs to machinery as needed and/or directed
8. Generate and maintain appropriate records as required
9. Achieve operator certification in all functions worked
10. Participate in and embrace continuous improvement (LEAN)

REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School diploma or GED required

Years of Experience: 1 or more years in a production environment preferred

Other Requirements:

• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts or alternate work schedules (depending on the Plant to which assigned)
• Available to work day shift or night shift
• Ability to frequently lift up to 45 lbs.
• Reliable transportation required
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Work beyond the traditional 40 hours per week may be required as workload or projects dictate, including weekends and holidays

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Basic computer skills preferred
• Strong work ethic
• Self-motivated with initiative and a drive to complete and deliver excellent work product/service
• Team player, cooperative, with the ability to quickly find common ground and resolve problems
• Dedication and commitment to complete all assignments and tasks
• Good oral and written communication and people skills
• Ability and willingness to uphold Carlex Values of Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Excellence, and Trust

Additional Information

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing