Logistics Forklift Operator and Order Picker

FIC America Corp. • Carol Stream, IL

3d • $19 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

FIC America Corp. is a global Tier 1 automotive components manufacturer centrally located in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. We are actively seeking a Logistics Forklift Operator and Order Picker. The position is a combination of order picking and forklift operation. Team member will pick orders and operate industrial electric sit-down forklifts and/or electric pallet jacks equipped to move materials in the warehouse region and load/unload truck trailers or shipping container. Time driving forklift is contingent on business needs.

Requirements

• 3+ years forklift experience required (prefer logistics environment but not required) - sit down electric forklift and electric pallet jack
• Must be willing to order pick, in addition to driving the forklift
• Must be able to speak and read basic English to comply with position, Safety, Plant & PPE procedures and requirements
• Forklift experience and capability to pass an assessment
• Willingness to work with an ERP system and use tablet/scanner
• Must be comfortable communicating with the drivers as needed
• Must be willing to cross-train
• Must comply with FIC’s attendance and punctuality policy
• Must be able to work company’s required overtime

Responsibilities

• Complete forklift/electric pallet jack pre-shift inspection prior to operating equipment
• Pick orders following pick line process
• Remove materials from containers and place them into customer containers based on order
• Complete verification forms, shipping alert orders, and daily logs
• Stack materials and containers onto pallets to build skids for transport
• Use controls or levers to operate forklifts and electric pallet jacks to load, unload, transport, or stack finished products
• Set position of lifting devices under loaded pallets, skids, or containers
• Store products and secure materials or products for transport to designated areas
• Signal presence to workers when operating vehicles by primarily sounding horn and by other means
• Complete and satisfactorily pass forklift operator/pallet jack operator training that is provided by the company
• Follow standard work instructions
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Comply with FIC’s Safety policies and procedures
• Comply with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 procedures and standards
• Perform 5-S activities

Benefits

• Medical plans offered through Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Delta Dental, and VSP Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and Transit FSA
• 401(k) – Company will match 50% of the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k)
• Basic Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability paid by employer
• Optional Supplemental Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (Employee Paid)
• Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days Paid

What This Job Offers

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