Forklift Drivers - 1st & 2nd Shift

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

Job summary

An expanding manufacturer seeks motivated Material Handlers to join their dynamic team. This role involves moving materials, loading and unloading trucks, and reading blueprints to ensure efficient production processes. Enjoy excellent job security with 40+ hours a week and overtime pay for hours worked over 40. Join a privately held organization where your contributions will be valued, and help shape the future of high-quality manufacturing in a supportive environment. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

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 for material selection.

Responsibilities

• Move materials to work areas for product building.
• Load and unload trucks efficiently.
• Read blueprints to determine necessary materials.

Skills

Material Handling

Forklift Operation

Blueprint Reading

Problem Solving

Team Communication

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