Equipment Operator (Forklift) 2nd Shift - Full-Time

Lane Automotive; Watervliet (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Associate to join their dynamic team. This role involves managing inventory through effective use of technology, ensuring proper stock rotation, and maintaining a clean workspace. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment while also being able to work independently. With opportunities for growth and development, this position is perfect for those looking to build a career in a supportive and fast-paced distribution center. If you're ready to take on new challenges and contribute to a successful operation, this is the opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in an industrial or commercial environment.
• Power industrial truck licensed, including reach truck certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform put away functions and verify counts using I-Pod device.
• Stock product neatly and rotate stock to ensure FIFO rules.
• Assist with product storage profiling and perform routine cycle counts.

Skills

Effective Communication

Teamwork

Problem-Solving

Adaptability

Computer Technology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

I-Pod Device

Power Industrial Truck

Job description

Requisition Number: EQUIP001801

• Posted: March 10, 2025
• Closed: March 13, 2025
• Full-Time

Locations

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Lane Drive
Southwest Michigan
8300 Lane Drive
Watervliet, MI 49098, USA

Job Responsibilities

1. Must have knowledge of and comply with the policies and procedures contained in the Lane Automotive handbook.
2. Perform put away functions of product as directed by I-Pod device. Verify counts and locations through I-Pod device.
3. Handle errors and communicate them to Material Handling Lead/Manager so that paperwork and product is handled correctly, completely, and promptly.
4. Stock product within storage locations in a neat and orderly manner to avoid damage and/or lost products.
5. Rotate stock as needed to ensure FIFO (first in, first out) rules are utilized.
6. Perform replenishments to prime and non-prime bin locations as directed by I-Pod device. Replenishments are zone to zone and between facilities.
7. Consolidate product to maximize space utilization based on generated reports.
8. Keep area clean of debris and product by handling housekeeping issues in a prompt fashion. Manage pallet and corrugated scrap.
9. Assist with product storage profiling projects. Re-slot based on reports generated by Inventory Control or Material Handling Department.
10. Perform routine cycle counts.
11. Provide picking/packing assistance as needed.
12. Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) with related ability to acquire and utilize computer technology. Minimum one year of experience in an industrial or commercial environment.

Certificates, License, Registration

Power industrial truck licensed, including reach truck certification. Valid driver’s license for moving product between buildings.

Other Skills & Abilities

1. Communicate effectively through speaking, listening, and writing.
2. Work in a team-oriented fashion as well as independently.
3. Keep manager abreast of department activity.
4. Ability to efficiently use computer and applicable software.
5. Use problem-solving skills and sound judgment in the dispatch of duties.
6. Adapt to frequent changes in the work environment.
7. Use equipment and materials properly.
8. Practice safe work habits.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to reach with arms and hands, stand, twist, bend, walk and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employee is frequently required to work extended time beyond an eight-hour shift/40-hour week including shift rotation and weekends.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Distribution center environment, temperature variations (seasonal), automated conveyor.

It is the policy of Lane Automotive that no discriminating practices based on gender/sex, race, religion, height, weight, color, age, national origin, disability or any other status covered by federal, state or local law be allowed. Lane Automotive is an Equal Opportunity Employer.