3rd Shift Forklift Operator/ Material Handler

Challenge Manufacturing•Walker, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Challenge Manufacturing is a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry. We are looking for a 3rd Shift Forklift Operator/Material Handler to join our team. This role is responsible for the safe operation of industrial trucks (forklifts) to ensure proper product delivery, accurate inventory management, and efficient movement of materials within the plant. As an employee-owner, you will contribute to our mission of manufacturing with operational excellence and driving innovative solutions for future mobility. Our team members embody our core values of safety, ownership, and teamwork, and share in the company's success through our ESOP program.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at a level sufficient to safely and effectively perform job duties, including following work instructions, safety procedures, and company communications.
One month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be able to understand and follow written and verbal workplace instructions
Must be able to work up to 12 hours per day including Saturday and Sunday
Ability to use basic computer skills
Ability to drive safely
Strong organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Previous material handling work experience preferred
Previous Hilo driving experience preferred

Responsibilities

Observes and complies with all safety, environmental, regulatory, and statutory requirements.
Participates in needs analysis and scheduled training programs.
Participates in independent objective auditing activities and supports continuous improvement.
Stops work on processes as appropriate and contains suspect or defective material.
Moves levers and presses pedals to drive truck and control lifting apparatus.
Positions forks, lifting platform, or other lifting device under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, products, or materials.
Hooks tow trucks to trailer hitch and transports loads to designated areas.
Unloads and stacks material by raising and lowering lifting device.
Moves material from location to location within the plant efficiently.
Inventories materials on the work floor and supplies workers with materials as needed.
Weighs materials or products and records weight on tags, labels, or production schedules.
Loads or unloads materials onto or off of pallets, skids, or lifting devices.
Recharges batteries or replaces liquefied gas tank.