Production HiLo Driver (First Shift)

Magna International•Sterling Heights, MI

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Production HiLo Driver supports manufacturing operations by supplying presses and work centers with containers, parts, materials, and components, and removing containers filled with work-in-process material, finished goods, or scrap. The role prioritizes production support and avoiding unnecessary downtime. The driver verifies product identification and container weights as required, checks information on nonconforming products before moving them to the hold area, and weighs partial coils before placing them in that area. The driver operates a Hi-lo safely, completes daily equipment checklists, reports equipment problems, empties scrap into the correct hoppers, supports scrap pickup and weight certification, cleans baskets, removes tags and labels, and ensures containers have correct tare weights. The role also monitors steel availability and loads steel at presses when needed. The driver follows company, quality, environmental, and safety requirements; participates in employee and continuous-improvement initiatives; and communicates professionally and cooperatively with colleagues. The position requires at least two years of Hi-lo driving experience in a manufacturing environment and the ability to obtain a Hi-lo license. Work may involve a fast-paced, sometimes stressful production environment, overtime as required, and physical activity including frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting. The work environment includes an office setting and plant floor, with possible exposure to moving mechanical parts, vibration, and moderate-to-loud production noise.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience as a Hi-lo driver in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to obtain a Hi-lo license.
Ability to follow MIOSHA safety requirements and comply with safety procedures and policies.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to read and comprehend English instructions and correspondence, including safety rules and operating instructions, and document required forms.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
Knowledge of AS400 and proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Comfort operating and troubleshooting machinery, or demonstrated aptitude working with electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Creativity, initiative, problem-solving skills, and a team-oriented approach.
Ability to work overtime as required and in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment.
Excellent attendance and performance record; demonstrates Core Values; self-starter with a positive and professional attitude.
Frequently stand, walk, speak, listen, bend, and reach; occasionally climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Close vision and color vision.

Responsibilities

Supply presses and work centers with containers, parts, materials, and components, and remove containers filled with work-in-process material, finished goods, or scrap.
Prioritize production support and help eliminate unnecessary downtime.
Verify that material and product are identified with the correct part number and operation number.
Ensure containers are weight-counted before product is moved to final audit, work in process, or finished goods when the pack is not standard.
Verify part number, quantity, and defect description on nonconforming products before moving them into the hold area; weigh partial coils before placing them there.
Operate the Hi-lo safely, follow safe-operation rules, complete a daily Hi-lo checklist, and report equipment problems to maintenance and the supervisor.
Empty scrap from containers into the correct scrap hopper and support scrap pickup activities, including weight certification of scrap containers.
Clean out baskets, remove tags and labels, and place correct tare weights on containers before use.
Monitor steel availability at presses and load steel when needed.
Follow company policies and procedures, including IATF16949, ISO14001, the Employee Handbook, MIOSHA requirements, and MPTSH safety policies; wear required PPE and report unsafe conditions.
Participate in EOS Focus Groups and division and department improvement initiatives, including the Continuous Improvement Suggestion Program.
Maintain professional and cooperative communication, treat coworkers with dignity and respect, and comply with the Magna Employee’s Charter and Common Values.
Carry out designated ISO 14001 environmental responsibilities in accordance with the Environmental Management System.