Fork-lift Drivers - 1st Shift (Heavy Loads)

Mill Creek Community Church•Fenton, MI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Miller Industries is seeking a Forklift Driver for its Fenton South location in Michigan. This employee operates forklifts and other lifting equipment to move structural steel and other materials in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role includes supplying production with materials, moving finished parts between operations or to storage, loading and unloading trucks, and helping ensure materials are in good condition. The position works the first shift, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with Saturday and Sunday overtime as needed for production.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of experience operating forklifts in a fast-paced manufacturing, industrial, or construction environment.
Prior experience moving structural steel loads.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Flexibility to adapt to change, work under deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.
Knowledge of dock and truck equipment protocols and mechanical operation.
Ability to operate forklift and crane equipment and hold the proper licenses for each.
Ability to get on and off a forklift many times per shift.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with crane load charts, load capacities, safe operation, and rigging.

Responsibilities

Operate forklifts safely, considering other employees, speed, visibility, and load size.
Assess steel loads and determine safe and efficient methods for loading and unloading trucks.
Supply production with required materials, parts, components, and packaging; return them to designated storage areas after production runs.
Transport finished parts to the next operation or the correct storage location, and move or prepare parts for assembly.
Load and unload products, parts, and materials onto fixtures and on and off trucks.
Assist with quality control by checking that finished materials are in good condition.
Complete equipment safety check sheets at the beginning of the shift and address forklift or crane safety issues before operation.
Operate cranes and other lift equipment within their load limits; determine load weights and compare them with equipment capacities to support safe operation.
Direct truck drivers backing into loading bays and cover, uncover, or secure loads for delivery.
Report damage and items needing repair.
Perform duties in an environmentally responsible manner and comply with company policies, work rules, safety, and housekeeping standards.
Maintain the workspace and clean and maintain equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.