Production Forklift Operator (Hilo) en Amsted Automotive

ABOUT THE ROLE 

Amsted Automotive, Shelby Township, is seeking a Day Shift Production Forklift Operator (Hilo) who will be responsible for ensuring sufficient material flow within the plant by keeping operations stocked with materials and supplies.

Shifts:

Days: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Afternoons: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM +15% shift premium

Midnights: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM +15% shift premium

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Keep presses and work cells supplied with containers, parts, material and or components
• With the production forklift remove the baskets as they are filled with in process material, finished goods and / or scrap
• Verify material and product has been properly identified with part number and operation number
• Operate the Production Hilo in a safe and responsible manner
• Maintain the Production Hilo checklist for the maintenance department
• Responsible to notify the maintenance supervisor when Hilo is not operating correctly
• Responsible to empty scrap from containers into the scrap hopper
• Keep outside storage area organized
• Ensure parking lot is clean from metal shavings and scrap
• Remove empty baskets from plant-to-plant truck
• Keep empty dunnage organized in storage area
• Serves in the capacity of wastewater handler commensurate with completion of proper environmental training
• Responsible for fully completing and updating all paperwork on daily basis (Forklift Daily checklist)
• Additional duties as assigned
• Adapt and promote lean manufacturing principles
• Active participant in the Elimination of Waste Team meetings
• Support the Company’s Goals and Objectives

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Must be able to pass the test for a Hilo license
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must know and follow safe operational practices
• Experience in a fast paced, automotive manufacturing environment
• Possess working knowledge of IATF16949, ISO 14001, and Q1 compliance criteria

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan 
• Incentive Bonus 
• Medical, Vision, Dental 
• Prescription Drug Plan 
• 401K 
• Paid Vacation & Holidays 
• Short-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Health and Wellness Reimbursement 
• Employee Recognition 
• Discount Programs 

WHAT ELSE YOU'LL NEED TO KNOW

• Excellent manual dexterity, ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Work will require the need to operate Hilo for extended periods of time sitting
• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with continuous exposure to noise
• Must be able to work necessary overtime if required