Allocation Forklift 3rd Shift

Fuyao Glass America•Moraine, OH

About The Position

The Allocation Forklift position supports the movement of float glass and other raw materials, semi-finished products, and finished products. The role requires operating a forklift safely and efficiently, managing product storage locations, and using the PLEX system to scan products and record truck assignments and storage locations. The position also supports production-line material flow, workplace safety, housekeeping, continuous improvement, and other plant projects as needed. The employee prepares for production, including forklift recovery and charging; delivers empty racks and crates to lines; transfers packed and banded crates from lines to the staging area; and removes defective racks to designated locations. The work environment is usually moderately noisy and requires safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed work boots. The stated shift is 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
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-based 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.
Knowledge of manufacturing software and proficiency with the metric system; adequate reading skills.
Ability to remain standing for long periods and to turn at the waist, reach, bend, squat, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to pass static strength requirements for grip.
Visual abilities including near and far clarity, three-dimensional vision, color identification, and peripheral vision.
Must have no active discipline above a Verbal Warning and a good attendance record, as specified for interested associates.
Associates transferring to this position must remain in it for at least six months before bidding on another job.

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 systems and Microsoft Office.
Safety- and goal-oriented approach; self-motivation; excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of work instructions and TS16949 systems.
Fuyao Fork Lift License.
Knowledge of the organizational structure of Assembly.
English and Mandarin are commonly spoken in the workplace.

Responsibilities

Load and unload float glass and support the movement of raw materials, semi-finished products, and finished products.
Maintain responsibility for product storage locations.
Inspect the forklift for maintenance needs and communicate those needs to Maintenance for scheduled maintenance.
Scan products and record truck assignments and storage locations in the PLEX system.
Promote health and safety in every operation.
Assist the team with processes that support continued improvement.
Perform 6S and housekeeping duties.
Assist with and participate in other plant projects as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Prepare for production, including forklift recovery and charging.
Deliver empty wood and steel racks and crates to production lines.
Transfer packed and banded crates from lines to the staging area.
Remove defective racks and transport them to designated locations.
Operate the forklift effectively and efficiently.