Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Adler Pelzer USA Careers•Thomson, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking to be a part of a great team? Adler Pelzer Group - a growing global Tier One supplier of Acoustic and Soft Trim products to the automotive industry is seeking a Forklift Operator for the Shipping/Receiving operations in Thomson, GA. The Forklift Operator will assist production operations in the manufacturing of the highest quality automotive products as assigned to meet or exceed customer requirements. This role performs all functions as team player contributing to the success of the whole. The following are the major duties and responsibilities of the Forklift Operator: Ensures forklift truck is fully safe to operate by checking for safety items and completing forklift check sheet at beginning of each shift. Ensures lines are supported/stocked to provide an even flow of material to enable production to run. Shares responsibility for rotating inventory to ensure FIFO. Accepts assignments and other responsibilities as required in support of team objectives. Maintains good housekeeping in work area and throughout the plant. Adheres to applicable IATF requirements. Ability to read and comprehend operational work instructions. Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds overhead as needed. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to work necessary overtime, which may include weekend work. All other duties assigned as required to support the plant and its operations. Note: This section is not inclusive. Other duties are assigned as necessary to support team objectives. Adler Pelzer offers a competitive pay and benefits package as well as the opportunity to grow one’s career. Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(K) match, life insurance, short term and long term disability insurance, employee assistance program, variety of automobile purchase discounts (BMW, Ford, GM, Subaru-many others), and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about our Company and our rich history, visit our website at www.AdlerPelzer.com We are an equal opportunity employer. APG participates in the E-Verify Program.

Requirements

Ability to read and comprehend operational work instructions.
Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds overhead as needed.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to work necessary overtime, which may include weekend work.

Responsibilities

Ensures forklift truck is fully safe to operate by checking for safety items and completing forklift check sheet at beginning of each shift.
Ensures lines are supported/stocked to provide an even flow of material to enable production to run.
Shares responsibility for rotating inventory to ensure FIFO.
Accepts assignments and other responsibilities as required in support of team objectives.
Maintains good housekeeping in work area and throughout the plant.
Adheres to applicable IATF requirements.
Ability to read and comprehend operational work instructions.
Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds overhead as needed.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to work necessary overtime, which may include weekend work.
All other duties assigned as required to support the plant and its operations.