Logistics Forklift Operator and Order Picker

Job Description

Description:

FIC America Corp. is a global Tier 1 automotive components manufacturer centrally located in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. We are actively seeking a Logistics Forklift Operator and Order Picker. The position is a combination of order picking and forklift operation. Team member will pick orders and operate industrial electric sit-down forklifts and/or electric pallet jacks equipped to move materials in the warehouse region and load/unload truck trailers or shipping container. Time driving forklift is contingent on business needs.

Essential Job Functions

Complete forklift/electric pallet jack pre-shift inspection prior to operating equipment

Pick orders following pick line process

Remove materials from containers and place them into customer containers based on order

Complete verification forms, shipping alert orders, and daily logs

Stack materials and containers onto pallets to build skids for transport

Use controls or levers to operate forklifts and electric pallet jacks to load, unload, transport, or stack finished products

Set position of lifting devices under loaded pallets, skids, or containers

Store products and secure materials or products for transport to designated areas

Signal presence to workers when operating vehicles by primarily sounding horn and by other means

Complete and satisfactorily pass forklift operator/pallet jack operator training that is provided by the company

Follow standard work instructions

Perform other duties as assigned

Other Job Functions

Comply with FIC’s Safety policies and procedures

Comply with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 procedures and standards

Perform 5-S activitiesRequirements:

1+ years forklift experience required - sit down electric forklift and electric pallet jack

Must be willing to order pick, in addition to driving the forklift

Must be able to speak and read basic English to comply with position, Safety, Plant & PPE procedures and requirements

Forklift experience and capability to pass an assessment

Willingness to work with an ERP system

Must be willing to cross-train

Must comply with FIC’s attendance and punctuality policy

Must be able to work company’s required overtime

Pay Range $19 - $22/hour based on qualifications and experience

Additional Compensation We operate two shifts and 2nd Shift employees are given a $1/hour shift differential

Benefits Offered

Medical plans offered through Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Delta Dental, and VSP Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and Transit FSA

401(k) – Company will match 50% of the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k)

Basic Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability paid by employer

Optional Supplemental Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (Employee Paid)

Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days Paid

About FIC America Corp.

Established in 1994 by Futaba Industrial Co., Ltd., we have been in Carol Stream, IL from the beginning and added an additional facility in Bloomingdale, IL. A Japanese owned manufacturer of stamped and welded products, supplying the automotive industry with performance auto parts, related to emissions, fuel, and exhaust.

FIC America Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. FIC America Corp. does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status or any other attribute or characteristic protected by law.

We are unable to provide employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.