Allocation Forklift

Fuyao Glass America•Moraine, OH

About The Position

The Allocation Forklift position supports the safe and efficient movement of float glass, raw materials, semi-finished products, and finished products. Duties include preparing for production, including forklift recovery and charging; delivering empty racks and crates to production lines; transferring packed and banded crates from lines to the staging area; and removing defective racks to designated locations. The role also involves managing storage locations, scanning products and truck assignments in the PLEX system, and inspecting the forklift for maintenance needs and providing it to Maintenance for scheduled service. The employee is responsible for health and safety during operations, housekeeping and 6S duties, and supporting process improvement and other plant projects. Other duties may be assigned. This is a first-shift position. The work environment is usually moderately noisy, and required safety equipment includes safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed work boots.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read, understand, and comprehend documents such as safety rules and operating and maintenance instructions.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively and interact with team members, engineers, leadership, and customers.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to solve practical problems and handle a variety of variables.
Familiarity with manufacturing software and proficiency in the metric system; adequate reading skills.
Knowledge of work instructions and TS16949 systems.
Safety- and goal-oriented, self-motivated, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Must pass static strength requirements (grip).
Must meet the stated visual acuity abilities, including near and distant vision, three-dimensional vision, color distinction, and peripheral vision.
Must be able to stand for long periods and perform turning, reaching, bending, squatting, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Associates transferring into the position should remain in it for at least six months before bidding on another job.
No active discipline above a Verbal Warning and a good attendance record are specified for interested associates.

Nice To Haves

One to three years of manufacturing experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Forklift driver and material handler experience.
Proficiency in ERP and Microsoft Office.
Fuyao Forklift License.
Knowledge of the organizational structure of Assembly.

Responsibilities

Load and unload float glass, raw materials, semi-finished products, and finished products.
Prepare for production, including forklift recovery and charging.
Deliver empty racks and crates, including wood and steel crates, to production lines.
Transfer packed and banded crates from production lines to the staging area.
Remove defective racks and transport them to designated locations.
Manage storage locations and scan products and truck assignments in the PLEX system.
Inspect the forklift for maintenance needs and provide it to Maintenance for regularly scheduled maintenance.
Promote health and safety in every operation.
Assist the team with continued process improvement.
Perform 6S and housekeeping duties.
Assist with and participate in other plant projects as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.