Shipping Forklift
About The Position
Production/Shipping Forklift Operator – High Volume Manufacturing Location: Sterling Heights Position Type: Full-Time Industry: Manufacturing / Automotive / Industrial Production Job Overview We are actively hiring experienced Forklift Operators for a high-volume manufacturing facility in Sterling Heights, Michigan. This is a fast-paced production environment where the forklift operator plays a critical role in keeping production moving efficiently and safely. The ideal candidate will have recent experience operating a forklift in a manufacturing or automotive setting and must be comfortable working around production lines, racks, raw materials, and finished goods. If you are a dependable forklift driver looking for long-term employment with overtime opportunities, we want to speak with you immediately.
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of recent forklift experience in manufacturing, automotive, warehouse, or industrial environments
- Prior experience operating a sit-down forklift , stand-up forklift , reach truck, or tugger preferred
- Strong understanding of industrial forklift safety practices
- Experience supporting production lines using a forklift strongly preferred
- Ability to safely maneuver a forklift in tight manufacturing spaces
- Stable work history operating a forklift in a high-volume environment
- Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed
- Strong attendance and reliability required for this forklift operator position
- Ability to sit, stand, and operate a forklift for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when assisting with materials around the forklift area
- Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial manufacturing environment
- Ability to safely operate a forklift around machinery, employees, and production equipment
Nice To Haves
- Automotive manufacturing forklift experience
- Tier 1 supplier forklift experience
- Shipping and receiving using a forklift
- Production material handling with a forklift
- Warehouse inventory movement with a forklift
- Experience using RF scanners while operating a forklift
- Experience with lean manufacturing and 5S environments involving daily forklift operations
Responsibilities
- Operate a forklift safely throughout the manufacturing facility
- Supply production lines using a forklift to ensure continuous production flow
- Move raw materials, containers, pallets, and racks using a forklift
- Transport finished goods to shipping and warehouse areas with a forklift
- Load and unload trucks using a sit-down forklift or stand-up forklift
- Perform daily forklift inspections and complete safety checklists
- Maintain proper battery charging and fueling procedures for the forklift
- Use RF scanners while operating the forklift to track inventory movement
- Stage materials and organize inventory locations using a forklift
- Support shipping and receiving operations with efficient forklift movement
- Maintain safe forklift traffic flow throughout the facility
- Follow all OSHA and company forklift safety procedures
- Assist with material handling and warehouse duties related to forklift operations
- Keep the forklift and work area clean and organized at all times
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay based on forklift experience
- Overtime opportunities available for experienced forklift operators
- Weekly pay
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid holidays and vacation
- Long-term stability for dependable forklift drivers
- Opportunity for advancement within manufacturing and warehouse operations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
