FIFO Material Handler | Forklift & Inventory

Dakkota Integrated Systems; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 22,041 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Dakkota Integrated Systems in Lansing, MI seeks a skilled material handler to operate forklifts and manage material flow for production lines. You will stock, move and organize materials to ensure continuous manufacturing and timely replenishment of supplies.

Responsibilities include maintaining clean storage areas, following safety rules, and adhering to FIFO and packaging protocols. Standard training supports site safety and quality requirements within the automotive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong written and mathematical skills required.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Powered Industrial Truck Certification required.
• Familiarity with automotive quality specifications is a plus.
• Able to maintain confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Drive/operate fork truck, tugger and/or cherry picker in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
• Organize & stock material supplies to meet production requirements and inventory control in a timely manner.
• Pick and store in sequential order as needed.
• Deliver material to the production lines - Ensure production areas are fully stocked prior to end of shift relief.
• Bring empty dunnage to the receiving or bailer.
• Organize and maintain general storage areas
• Maintain a safe and clear access to all doorways and foot traffic areas.
• Adheres to all safety rules and wears required Personal Protective Equipment.
• Observe and report maintenance issues on powered industrial trucks, including daily assessments.
• Support plant wide material organization and housekeeping goals.
• Rotate all material to ensure 100% First In First Out (FIFO).
• Participate in plant inventories and material reorganization activity, as required.
• Maintain powered industrial truck certification, and attend update training, as needed.
• Remove cardboard to the bailer area.
• Bail cardboard and place bails in appropriate storage trailer locations and enforce recycling programs.
• Document all activities as required.
• Adhere to all company guidelines for Emergency Evacuation to ensure employee safety.
• Any additional responsibility deemed necessary by management.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Written and math skills

Safety conscious

Powered Industrial Truck Certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dakkota Integrated Systems in Lansing, MI seeks a skilled material handler to operate forklifts and manage material flow for production lines. You will stock, move and organize materials to ensure continuous manufacturing and timely replenishment of supplies.

Responsibilities include maintaining clean storage areas, following safety rules, and adhering to FIFO and packaging protocols. Standard training supports site safety and quality requirements within the automotive environment.