3rd Shift Forklift Team Lead – Material Flow

GNS North America, Inc.; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 37,440 - 49,920; Full time

Job summary

GNS North America is seeking a production lead on the 3rd shift to supervise daily floor activities and ensure safe movement of materials. You will coordinate team efforts, manage forklift operations, and uphold safety and quality standards across the plant.

Responsibilities include guiding material flow, supporting inventory control, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to boost productivity.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily direction and support to production team members for smooth material flow and efficient operations.
• Coordinate movement of raw materials, finished products, parts, and supplies across the floor.
• Operate forklifts safely to transport materials between departments, workstations, and shipping areas.
• Ensure loads are stacked, secured, and transported safely by keeping loads low and stable.
• Monitor safety, quality, housekeeping, and company policies compliance.
• Train and coach team members on forklift operation and proper material handling practices.
• Perform daily forklift inspections and report issues; change propane tanks as needed.
• Assist with troubleshooting workflow issues and suggest productivity improvements.
• Coordinate inventory control tasks: pulling, stocking parts, and preparing materials.
• Assist production support tasks including transporting dies and loading coils, scraping disposal.
• Ensure proper use of equipment, pallets, and trailers when moving materials.
• Monitor production priorities and ensure materials are available for uninterrupted operations.
• Promote lean manufacturing and a clean, organized 5S workplace.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality, productivity, and teamwork.

Job description

GNS North America is seeking a production lead on the 3rd shift to supervise daily floor activities and ensure safe movement of materials. You will coordinate team efforts, manage forklift operations, and uphold safety and quality standards across the plant.

Responsibilities include guiding material flow, supporting inventory control, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to boost productivity.