Forklift

The Advance Group; Ypsilanti Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Advance Group in Ypsilanti, MI is hiring a Forklift Driver for 1st shift. Pay is $20.00/hour with a Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–3:30 PM schedule and potential overtime. Start date ASAP.

This role involves material handling, quality inspection, and safe forklift operation in an automotive parts packaging setting. Responsibilities include opening crates, moving materials to racks, performing brief inspections, and maintaining a clean work area.

Qualifications

• Prior sit-down forklift experience required.
• Experience with safety procedures and PPE.
• Ability to handle heavy automotive parts and pallets.
• Good reading and following written/verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate a propane sit-down forklift safely and efficiently.
• Open incoming crates and prepare materials for unloading.
• Move parts to designated racks while keeping area clean.
• Perform visual inspections and report quality issues.
• Meet production requirements while maintaining safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

Forklift experience

Safety compliance

Material handling

Quality inspection

Job description

Forklift Driver – 1st Shift – $20/hr – Ypsilanti, MI.

Location: Ypsilanti, MI. Pay: $20.00/hour. Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM. Overtime: Available as needed. Start Date: ASAP.

The Advance Group is hiring a Forklift Driver in Ypsilanti, MI for an automotive parts packaging and quality inspection operation. This is a 1st shift Material Handler job with a Monday–Friday schedule and opportunities for overtime.

What Does a Forklift Driver Do?

• Follow all company policies, procedures, safety rules, and work instructions at all times.
• Open incoming crates and prepare materials for unloading.
• Perform a brief visual inspection.
• Safely remove parts from crates and place them onto designated racks.
• Meet established production requirements while maintaining safety and quality.
• Operate a propane sit-down forklift.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Forklift Driver Requirements

• Prior sit-down forklift experience required.
• Prior overhead hoist experience strongly preferred.
• Experience handling heavy automotive parts, racks, or similar industrial materials required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong commitment to safety and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• Ability to successfully complete required forklift training and evaluation.
• Previous overhead crane experience is a plus, but not required.
• Experience in manufacturing, automotive production, warehouse operations, packaging, assembly, or quality inspection is helpful.

1st Shift Forklift Driver Job in Ypsilanti, MI

This opportunity offers a consistent Monday–Friday schedule, $20/hour starting pay, and potential overtime.