5772 Operator - Shop Truck

Komatsu Mining Corp.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage (medical, dental, and

Retirement plans

Professional development and tuition

Generous paid time off

24-hour onsite gym

Job summary

Komatsu Mining Corp. is seeking a skilled Fork Truck Operator for 2nd shift (Mon-Fri, 2pm-10pm) onsite in Milwaukee, WI.

The role involves moving material across the facility and external staging areas, using handheld scanners, and ensuring safety and quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include operating forklifts up to 16,000 lbs, recording movements with current technology, and coordinating with supervision to meet production routing requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous forklift operating experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial environment.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts, including larger capacity forklifts up to approx. 16,000 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Move material throughout the facility and outside in various staging areas.
• Record put downs using current technology and read routing instructions.
• Move finished or in-process pieces to proper destinations with routing/operations.
• Deliver pallets and boxes; apply rust preventative to machined surfaces.
• Operate larger forklifts up to ~16,000 lbs to move heavier items.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Read routing instructions

Team coordination

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Handheld scanners

Job description

Requisition ID: 37173

Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

Join Komatsu and Be Part of Something Big!

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Fork Truck Operator to move material throughout the facility and outside in various staging areas. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and committed to maintaining high-quality standards in a safe and organized environment.

**2nd shift position (Monday - Friday, 2pm - 10pm)

Key Job Responsibilities

Checks fuel, water, and oil levels and adds as needed.

Identifies incoming material in staging area and moves to assigned facilities. Operates current technology to record put downs.

Works closely with supervision to maintain production, and move completed or in process pieces to proper destination by using the routing/operations.

Locates and delivers pallets and boxes as required. Applies rust preventative to machined surfaces to all finished parts. Nitrogen tanks delivered to proper destination for refilling.

Will be required to operate larger forklifts(App. 16,000 lbs), to move heavier items. Scraps out material in proper hopper.

Removal of scrap pallets and boxes and stage in proper location. Chip conveyor will be utilized to properly dispose of chips.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Previous forklift operating experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial environment.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts, including larger capacity forklifts up to approximately 16,000 lbs.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use handheld scanners and production tracking systems.
• Ability to read and follow routing instructions, work orders, and operational procedures.
• Strong attention to safety, organization, and material handling accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate effectively with production supervisors and team members.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and move materials throughout the facility as required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Comprehensive Benefits and Career Development

United Steel Workers Local 1114

Health coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance eligible on first day of employment

Retirement plans to support your long-term financial well-being

Professional development and tuition reimbursement support

Generous paid time off

24-hour onsite Gym

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions.We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose.We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people. Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, be a part of something big and join a team that is shaping the world!