Forklift Drivers - 1st & 2nd Shift

Global Power Components; South Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and expanding manufacturer specializing in heavy gauge steel products. As a Material Handler, you'll play a crucial role in the movement of materials, ensuring that operations run smoothly and efficiently. This position offers excellent job security with opportunities for overtime and a supportive work environment. If you're motivated, detail-oriented, and ready to contribute to a growing team, this role is perfect for you. Experience in material handling and forklift operation is essential, as you'll be responsible for loading, unloading, and coordinating materials for production. Don't miss out on this chance to be part of a thriving organization!

Benefits

Excellent job security

40+ hours a week

Overtime paid over 40 hours

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Move materials to work areas for product building.
• Load and unload trucks efficiently.
• Coordinate and stage materials safely.

Skills

Material Handling

Forklift Operation

Blueprint Reading

Problem Solving

Job description

Global Power Components is a privately held, growing manufacturer of UL heavy gauge steel fuel tanks, trailers, large generator enclosures and modular metal enclosures for housing fully-equipped electrical distribution and control equipment.



We are seeking 1st & 2ndShift Material Handlers to assist in the movement of steel/metal and other materials.



(West Milwaukee & South Milwaukee Locations)



Responsibilities:

• Move materials to work areas in preparation for building product


• Load & Unload Trucks


• Order Picking


• Coordinate and stage materials quickly and safely


• Read blueprints to determine materials necessary for projects as well as timelines to prepare for projects

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a material handler


• Previous Forklift experience (sit-down) (Overhead Crane Experience a plus)


• 1-3 years in a manufacturing environment


• Able to troubleshoot and problem solve


• Must be highly motivated


• Able to communicate and work well with others


• Pay attention to details and have a strong drive to succeed


• Must pass competency test and pre-employment physical including drug screen*


• Ability to read blueprints to be able to pick appropriate materials*


• *There will be a pre-employment test in these items

What's great about this job/Global Power Components:

• Expanding, privately held organization


• Excellent job security, 40+ hours a week, 52 weeks a year (most employees work 50 hours a week)


• OT paid over 40 hours