General Laborer - Shipping Forklift Driver

G.Z.Q.S.O. • Troy, MI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for managing incoming and outgoing materials, operating a forklift, and supporting general shop tasks to ensure smooth workflow. The position involves receiving, inspecting, and documenting incoming items, preparing outgoing shipments, and moving materials within the facility. Additionally, the role includes packing and finishing manufactured parts, maintaining organized storage areas, and assisting production by staging and delivering materials. Accurate record-keeping and adherence to safety and quality standards are essential. The work environment is a manufacturing shop with collaboration across production, tooling, and quality teams.

Requirements

• Hi‑Lo / forklift driving experience (certification preferred; company can train if needed).
• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Basic computer skills for shipping software, labels, and inventory entry.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming materials, tools, and components; verify counts, inspect for damage, and complete receiving documentation.
• Prepare outgoing shipments, including labeling, packaging, and generating required paperwork.
• Operate a Hi‑Lo forklift to move materials, tooling, and finished parts throughout the facility.
• Perform packing and finishing operations on tools and parts manufactured in-house (cleaning, deburring, protective wrapping, final inspection, etc.).
• Maintain organized storage areas, inventory locations, and shipping supplies.
• Assist production by staging materials and delivering parts to workstations as needed.
• Complete daily logs, shipping records, and inventory updates with accuracy.
• Follow all safety procedures, equipment guidelines, and quality standards.
• Support general shop tasks as required to keep workflow moving.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed