Forklift Operator/ Material Handling (3rd shift)

Jtekt Na; Piedmont (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

JTEKT Automotive in Piedmont, South Carolina, is seeking a Forklift Operator/Material Handling associate for the 3rd shift (11pm – 7:30am). The role supports production control, verifies container labels, assists shipping/receiving, and moves materials to manufacturing with a team.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, forklift/walkie stacker/tugger experience preferred, ability to lift up to 40 lbs, and good English communication.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Forklift, walkie stacker and tugger experience preferred.
• Willingness to work overtime including weekends/holidays as needed.
• Proficient English communication.

Responsibilities

• Verify labels on containers and match description on packing slips.
• Support shipping and receiving systems.
• Inspect shipments; load and unload trucks.
• Maintain flow of materials to manufacturing areas while working in a team environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Walkie stacker

Tugger

Material handling

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

English

Attendance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Shipping/receiving systems

Job description

JTEKT Automotive, 1866 Old Grove Rd, PIEDMONT, South Carolina, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Summary/Purpose:
Support production control activities related to successful manufacturing operations, while following policies and procedures.

Forklift Operator/ Material Handling (3rd shift, 11pm - 7:30am)

Summary/Purpose:
Support production control activities related to successful manufacturing operations, while following policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Accountability:

• Responsible for verifying labels on containers and matching the description on packing slips
• Support new Mazda J34a, possibly as a water spider
• Support shipping and receiving systems
• Inspect shipments, Load and unload trucks
• Maintain the flow of materials to all areas of manufacturing efficiently while working in a team environment
• Other duties as assigned by management

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Forklift, walkie stacker and tugger experience is preferred
• Able to frequently lift
• Knowledge of shipping and receiving systems
• Prior material handling experience and knowledge
• Flexible working hours, ability to work overtime (which may include weekends and holidays) as needed per business need
• Proficient English communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to understand and follow standard work, work within a team and support company policies, including but not limited to regular and punctual attendance, safety and ergonomics
• Ability to learn, operate and maintain various equipment at an acceptable level with emphasis on quality (IATF 16949 standard), safety and environment (ISO 14001 and 45001), 5S and productivity

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be may to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work shift as assigned and overtime is required, as needed
• Will be required to do the following throughout the shift: standing, bending, pushing, pulling, reaching above and below shoulders, moving left to right repetitively, grasping, and fine finger dexterity
• May be required to lift during shift up to 40 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required with this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• The performance of this position requires exposure to manufacturing areas which require personal protective equipment such as steel toed shoes, safety glasses with side shields.

JTEKT Automotive, 1866 Old Grove Rd, PIEDMONT, South Carolina, United States of America