Allocation Forklift All Shifts

Fuyao Glass America•Moraine, OH

About The Position

The Allocation Forklift position supports the movement and storage of float glass and other raw materials, semi-finished products, and finished products. The role requires forklift skills to move glass safely and efficiently, including preparing the position before production through forklift recovery and charging. Work includes delivering empty racks and crates to production lines, moving packed and banded crates to staging areas, and removing defective racks to designated locations. The employee is responsible for product scanning, truck assignments, and storage locations in the PLEX system, as well as forklift inspection and reporting maintenance needs. The role also supports safety, continuous improvement, 6S, housekeeping, and other plant projects. The work environment is usually moderately noisy, and safety equipment includes safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed work boots. Shifts listed are 1st shift, 6:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.; 2nd shift, 2:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m.; and 3rd shift, 10:30 p.m.–7:00 a.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to read, understand, and comprehend safety rules and operating and maintenance instructions, and to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with team members, engineers, leadership, and customers.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; solve practical problems; and deal with a variety of variables.
Knowledge of manufacturing software and proficiency with the metric system and adequate reading skills.
Ability to meet the stated visual acuity requirements, including near and distance vision, depth perception, color distinction, and peripheral vision.
Ability to stand for long periods and perform turning, reaching, bending, squatting, and lifting up to 50 pounds; ability to pass static strength (grip) requirements.
Good attendance record and no active discipline above a Verbal Warning.
Associates transferring into the position should remain in it for at least six months before bidding on another job.
Ability to meet the position’s safety requirements, including wearing safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed work boots.

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.
Safety- and goal-oriented approach; self-motivation and strong 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, raw materials, semi-finished products, and finished products.
Manage product and storage locations.
Inspect the forklift for maintenance needs and report them to Maintenance for regularly scheduled maintenance.
Scan products and record truck assignments and storage locations in the PLEX system.
Maintain health and safety in every operation.
Assist the team with continuous-improvement processes.
Perform 6S and housekeeping duties.
Assist with other plant projects as needed and perform other duties as assigned.
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 the designated location.
Operate the forklift effectively and efficiently.