Production Forklift Operator (Hilo)

ABOUT THE ROLE 

Amsted Automotive, Shelby Township, is seeking a Day Shift Production Forklift Operator (Hilo) who will be responsible for ensuring sufficient material flow within the plant by keeping operations stocked with materials and supplies.

Shifts:

Days: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Afternoons: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM +15% shift premium

Midnights: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM +15% shift premium

WHAT YOU’LL DO


* Keep presses and work cells supplied with containers, parts, material and or components


* With the production forklift remove the baskets as they are filled with in process material, finished goods and / or scrap


* Verify material and product has been properly identified with part number and operation number


* Operate the Production Hilo in a safe and responsible manner


* Maintain the Production Hilo checklist for the maintenance department


* Responsible to notify the maintenance supervisor when Hilo is not operating correctly


* Responsible to empty scrap from containers into the scrap hopper


* Keep outside storage area organized


* Ensure parking lot is clean from metal shavings and scrap


* Remove empty baskets from plant-to-plant truck


* Keep empty dunnage organized in storage area


* Serves in the capacity of wastewater handler commensurate with completion of proper environmental training


* Responsible for fully completing and updating all paperwork on daily basis (Forklift Daily checklist)


* Additional duties as assigned


* Adapt and promote lean manufacturing principles


* Active participant in the Elimination of Waste Team meetings


* Support the Company’s Goals and Objectives

 

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED


* Must be able to pass the test for a Hilo license


* Must have a valid driver’s license


* Must know and follow safe operational practices


* Experience in a fast paced, automotive manufacturing environment


* Possess working knowledge of IATF16949, ISO 14001, and Q1 compliance criteria

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU


* Employee Stock Ownership Plan 


* Incentive Bonus 


* Medical, Vision, Dental 


* Prescription Drug Plan 


* 401K 


* Paid Vacation & Holidays 


* Short-Term Disability


* Tuition Reimbursement 


* Health and Wellness Reimbursement 


* Employee Recognition 


* Discount Programs 

WHAT ELSE YOU'LL NEED TO KNOW


* Excellent manual dexterity, ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally


* Work will require the need to operate Hilo for extended periods of time sitting


* Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with continuous exposure to noise


* Must be able to work necessary overtime if required

 

Experience

Preferred


* 2 year(s): Hilo

Education

Preferred


* High School or better

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