Production Forklift Operator (Hilo)

Job Description

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

Full-time