Forklift Driver

Lear Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits

OEM discounts

Open environment

Job summary

Antolin is seeking a Forklift Driver for the 2nd shift (2:00 pm to 10:00 pm) to maintain production lines, manage warehouse inventory, and assist in shipping and receiving activities. This role requires forklift operation, attention to FIFO, and the ability to work in a fast-paced automotive environment.

Responsibilities include feeding the production line, verifying material quantities, unloading trucks, and keeping the warehouse clean and organized.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Automotive plant experience preferred but not required.
• Warehousing processes including FIFO and visual aids.

Responsibilities

• Feed production lines and ensure materials are available for production.
• Maintain FIFO in warehouse and proper material locations.
• Load and unload trucks and assist Material Handlers as needed.
• Keep packing supplies stocked and the warehouse clean at all times.
• Perform daily forklift maintenance checks and keep lift area safe.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Forklift Driver - 2nd Shift (2:00 pm to 10:00 pm)

Who are we:

Antolin is a leading global automotive supplier, we are experts in designing, manufacturing, and supplying innovative solutions for vehicles around the world. Our product portfolio includes trim, headliners, and acoustic systems, as well as lighting and other interior systems. We offer comprehensive solutions with a focus on quality, safety, and sustainability. Our products are used in many of the world’s leading car brands, including JLR, BMW, Toyota, Volkswagen, Audi, Mercedes-Benz, and Ford.

What can we offer you:

• You will be part of a highly engaged multinational Organization withinternational career opportunities.
• We offer you a learning journey adapted to your professional experience.
• You will work on international projects for world- renowned companies in Automotive sector.
• You can find an Open Environment to learn new technologies.
• We can offer you a competitive salary, benefits and valuable OEM discounts.

Mission:

To maintain and sustain production lines, warehouse, shipping and receiving areas. Reporting and providing information to the Warehouse Manager.

Functions / Tasks:

• Feed Production Line. This is the number one responsibility of the Material Handlers. Insure that the Manufacturing Department is kept supplied with the necessary materials needed for production and to insure all material taken to the lines are done on a First In – First Out (FIFO) method.
• The Material Handlers will empty all trash dumpsters/containers, along with the trimmings, that is produced during production.
• The Material Handlers are responsible for loading & unloading of all trucks. They will provide assistance to the Material Handler Leader when requested.
• The Material Handler will be responsible for maintaining FIFO in the warehouse. Insure that all raw material is placed in the proper location.
• When receiving raw material, the Material Handler will verify that the packing slip and quantity received match. If so, then they will sign the packing slip and/or carrier delivery receipt and then place material in the proper location.
• The Material Handlers are responsible for changing all waterjet buckets when requested by production.
• The material Handler will place all Finished Goods in the proper location. Again, this will be done using FIFO.
• Make sure all skids are stacked and placed in proper location.
• KEEP PACKING SUPPLIED AT ALL TIMES WITH MATERIAL
• KEEP WAREHOUSE CLEAN
• COMPACTOR/DUMPSTERS
• The Material Handlers will keep the compactor/dumpster area clean of any loose trash.
• The Material Handlers are responsible for maintaining their forklift, to do the daily checklist (Pf-015) before the start of the shift, along with cleaning the lift when needed.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Participate in monthly and quarterly physical inventory.
• Communicate with co-workers, management, customers, vendors and others in a courteous and professional manner.
• Perform job in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Working knowledge on dock activities, shipping, receiving, window times
• Working knowledge of fork trucks and operations/maintenance management.

Experience / Skills:

• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills is required.
• Effective interpersonal skills in dealing with employees and management.

Health, Safety, & Physical Demands:

• Safety glasses are required to be worn at all times when on the plant floor.
• Physical demands require standing, working in a manufacturing plan environment, walking manufacturing plant floor multiple times daily, bending, reaching, stooping, wearing required PPE, talking, working long hours and overtime including weekends and holidays as required.

What we are looking for:

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Automotive plant experience preferred but not required
• Warehousing processes including inventory, FIFO and visual aids

Here at Antolin, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all individuals and strongly support diversity in our workplace. We strive to create an inclusive environment for everyone, and we are committed to treating everyone in a fair and equitable manner. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Duties, responsibilities or activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.

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