Forklift Drivers - 1st & 2nd Shift

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

Job summary

An expanding, privately held organization is seeking dedicated 1st & 2nd Shift Material Handlers to join their team. This role involves moving steel and metal materials, loading and unloading trucks, and coordinating material staging. With excellent job security and the potential for overtime, this position offers a stable work environment with 40+ hours a week. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in material handling and forklift operation, along with the ability to read blueprints. Join a company that values detail-oriented and motivated individuals ready to make a difference in the manufacturing sector.

Benefits

Job Security

Overtime Pay

Stable Work Hours

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Ability to read blueprints and pick appropriate materials.

Responsibilities

• Move materials to work areas for building products.
• Load and unload trucks efficiently.
• Order picking and staging materials quickly.

Skills

Material Handling

Forklift Operation

Blueprint Reading

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Overhead Crane

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