Automated Forklift Handler

Yazaki North America; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Yazaki North America in La Vergne, TN is seeking a hands-on Reach Truck forklift operator to test our robotic forklifts and improve reliability and operator experience. You will work with state-of-the-art automation and perform manual operations as needed.

Qualifications include current OSHA forklift certification, a high school diploma, and proficiency with office tools and warehouse software. Strong emphasis on safety, accuracy, and clear communication.

Qualifications

• OSHA forklift operator certification is required.
• High School Diploma is required.
• Ability to operate autonomous and manual forklifts with safety and accuracy.
• Experience with warehouse software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate reach truck forklift to test robotic forklifts and improve reliability and operator experience.
• Unload, inspect and verify inbound shipments.
• Stock materials in warehouse locations.
• Pick, pack and stage material orders.
• Create shipping manifests and load delivery trucks.
• Operate autonomous forklifts via software system.
• Complete start and end of shift inspections and proper documentation.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Google Docs

Slack

Warehouse software

Job description

Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.

Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer in the world, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 83-year history. Today, we're on the lookout for energetic people with the potential to perform, as well as the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.

Location La Vergne, TN, USA

Position Summary

This position will operate reach truck forklift operator to test our robotic forklifts and help us improve reliability and the operator experience. You'll operate the forklifts both by interacting with our state-of-the-art automation technology and manually.

Primary Responsibilities & Authorities

• Current OSHA forklift operator certification for indoor forklift operation is required.
• Experience with standard office productivity tools (Google Docs, Slack, etc.)
• Experience with warehouse software tools is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Unload, inspect and verify inbound shipments
• Stock all materials in appropriate warehouse locations
• Pick, pack and stage material orders
• Consolidate ordered materials and verify order accuracy
• Create shipping manifests and tickets and load delivery trucks
• Assemble and install test payloads
• Manage Third Wave’s autonomous forklifts via our software system.
• Complete start of shift daily inspections
• Complete end of shift truck putaway
• Complete proper documentation of product issues during production, safety reports, etc
• Operate autonomous forklifts in the distribution center
• Manage forklifts via software system

Requirements

Degree Requirements:

High School Diploma

Certification Requirements

Does the position require a specific certification to be successful?

Previous Experience

urrent OSHA forklift operator certification

Preferred: Years of experience; technical tool, specific skill

Travel Requirements

No Travel

Language

English

Application/Software

Type of software required to perform the primary responsibilities of the position (e.g., AS-400, SAP, Success Factors, Microsoft Suite)

On Call Requirements

None

Physical Requirements

Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces

Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Yazaki North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. Yazaki North America complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of harassment.