Fork Lift Operator jobs in Michigan

Job Scope:

Operate powered industrial Fork Lift / Hilo to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks, into Semi-trucks, Trucks or Storage Facilities.

Job Duties:

· Obtains copy of Shipping Schedule and transports material or equipment to and from designated areas in the facility.

· Loading and unloading goods from vehicles such as Semi-trucks.

· Moving goods packed on pallets or in Material Bins around the Plant’s facility.

· Stacking goods in the correct storage bays, following Inventory Control instructions.

· Checking loads are secure.

· Stacking empty pallets / bins.

· Performing daily equipment checks such as Hi-lo inspection and lubricating equipment as needed.

· Removing machine attachments and waste material from machines as required.

· Examining products to verify conformance to quality standards.

· Dumping materials into machine hoppers.

· Working knowledge of ERP System - Plex.

Qualification Requirements:

· High School diploma or equivalent.

· Good math, language and reading skills; basic computer skills.

· High degree of attention required to prevent injury to others; promote a safe work environment.

· Follow instructions for operating equipment and keeping records.

· Execute assignments in an accurate, timely and safe manner.

· Maintain a clean & safe environment.

· Use of scanner gun.

· Must be able to pass written and driving Forklift certification tests.

Physical Demands and Abilities:

· Regularly sitting on a powered industrial Forklift / Hi-lo.

· Frequently lifting up to 50 pounds and adjust body position to bend, stoop, stand, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for long periods of time.

· Having a good sense of balance.

· Having good eye-hand-foot coordination.

· Ability to assess weights and judge distances and heights.

· Ability to work in varying temperatures.

While these descriptions provide a detailed overview of the job functions of this position, they are not necessarily wholly inclusive of the entire job responsibility.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person