Forklift Operator- Automotive

Gavin Zickerman Quinton Samuels Operations; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Health benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Job summary

Gavin Zickerman Quinton Samuels Operations in Sterling Heights, MI is hiring experienced Forklift Operators for a busy warehouse and production operation. You will safely move products, load and unload trucks, and support shipping, receiving, and inventory processes.

Three shifts are available: 1st 6:00 AM–2:30 PM at $17.50, 2nd 1:00 PM–9:00 PM at $18.25 (shift premium), and 3rd 6:00 PM–2:30 AM at $19.00 (shift premium).

Qualifications

• Previous forklift or material-handling experience is preferred.
• Forklift certification is helpful but may not be required if training is available.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds when needed.
• Strong awareness of workplace and equipment safety.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move, stage, and transport materials throughout the facility.
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing trucks and trailers.
• Deliver materials to appropriate production, warehouse, or storage areas.
• Organize and stage products for shipping, production, or inventory.
• Complete routine forklift and equipment checks before operation.
• Report damaged equipment, safety concerns, or maintenance needs.
• Follow established inventory and material-handling procedures.
• Always maintain safe operating practices.
• Assist with packaging, sorting, staging, and other warehouse responsibilities when necessary.
• Keep aisles, workstations, and material storage areas clean and orderly.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Dependability

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Forklift Operator – Multiple Shifts

Location

Sterling Heights, MI

Starting Pay

$17.50 per hour, with additional shift premiums for 2nd and 3rd shift

Shift Options

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM — $17.50/hour
• 2nd Shift: 1:00 PM–9:00 PM — $18.25/hour including shift premium
• 3rd Shift: 6:00 PM–2:30 AM — $19.00/hour including shift premium

Position Overview

We are hiring experienced and dependable Forklift Operators for a busy warehouse and production operation in Warren, Michigan.

This position is responsible for safely moving products, parts, and materials throughout the facility. Forklift Operators will support shipping, receiving, production, and warehouse operations while helping keep materials organized and moving efficiently.

Primary Duties

• Operate a forklift to move, stage, and transport materials throughout the facility
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing trucks and trailers
• Deliver materials to appropriate production, warehouse, or storage areas
• Organize and stage products for shipping, production, or inventory
• Complete routine forklift and equipment checks before operation
• Report damaged equipment, safety concerns, or maintenance needs
• Follow established inventory and material-handling procedures
• Always maintain safe operating practices
• Assist with packaging, sorting, staging, and other warehouse responsibilities when necessary
• Keep aisles, workstations, and material storage areas clean and orderly

Requirements

• Previous forklift or material-handling experience is preferred
• Forklift certification is helpful but may not be required if training is available
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds when needed
• Strong awareness of workplace and equipment safety
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work effectively both independently and with a team
• Reliable transportation to the Warren facility

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Health benefits, including dental and vision coverage