Forklift Operator- Automotive 3rd Shift

G.Z.Q.S.O.; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Health benefits

Job summary

G.Z.Q.S.O. is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator for the 3rd shift in Sterling Heights, MI. The role focuses on moving materials safely, supporting shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations in a warehouse and production setting.

Starting pay is $17.50 per hour with a $1.50 shift premium. The 3rd shift runs 6:00 PM–2:30 AM with a total rate of $19.00/hour including premium. Reliable transportation to the Sterling Heights facility is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with forklift or material handling preferred.
• Forklift certification is helpful but may not be required if training is available.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Strong safety awareness in the workplace.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Reliable transportation to Sterling Heights facility.

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 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.
• Assist with packaging, sorting, staging, and other warehouse duties as needed.
• Keep aisles and storage areas clean and orderly.

Skills

Forklift experience

Forklift certification

Safety awareness

Punctuality

Teamwork

Transportation to facility

Job description

Forklift Operator – 3rd Shift

Location: Sterling Heights, MI

Starting Pay: $17.50 per hour, with additional shift premium $1.50 per hour

Hours:

• 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 proceduresliAlways 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

What We’re Looking For

• 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 Sterling Heights facility

Eligible employees may receive:

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