Material Handler (Forklift Driver)

Toledo-Tool-&-Die-Compan; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Toledo Tool & Die is adding a Material Handler to our team in Toledo, Ohio. This full-time role supports our growth with a fast-paced factory environment; you will load/unload materials, set up expedites, coordinate shipments between locations, and prepare bills of lading and shipping orders.

Candidates should have at least 18 years old, a high school diploma, and forklift experience with proper certification within 30 days. We offer competitive wages, overtime, weekly pay, PTO and full benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced factory setting.
• Prior forklift experience is required.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload incoming/outgoing materials.
• Coordinate transportation of parts between locations.
• Prepare shipping documents such as bills of lading.
• Inspect materials and equipment for safety and quality.
• Train operators in safe material handling equipment use.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety minded

Attendance

Team player

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operator certificate

Raymond Lift experience

Automated inventory control

Job description

Description

Come Join the Toledo Tool & Die Team!

Located close to the Michigan/Ohio border, Toledo Tool and Die has diligently served the people of both of those great states since 1940. It was a company founded on one simple principle: to do the finest work possible for our clients and to deliver on every promise we make. Today Toledo Tool & Die has three facilities in the Toledo area and one in Pioneer, Ohio.

Toledo Tool & Die is adding a Material Handler to our team to support our continued growth.

This is a full-time position based in Toledo, Ohio. We offer competitive wages, growth opportunities and a clean, safe work environment.

Come join our team! Hours are typically:

1st Shift: Monday- Friday 6:00am- 2:30pm

2nd Shift: Monday- Friday 2:00pm- 10:30pm

3rd Shift: Sunday-Thursday 10:00pm-6:00am

*Must be available to work overtime (daily, weekend & some holidays) *

WHAT TOLEDO TOOL & DIE CAN OFFER YOU:

• $20/hour
• $1.50 shift premium for 2nd Shift
• $1.00 shift premium for 3rd shift
• Weekly pay
• PTO
• 10 paid holidays
• Full benefits

WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT FIT FOR THIS POSITION:

• Prior experience in a fast-paced factory setting
• Previous experience driving a forklift
• Strong work ethic
• Positive attitude
• Consistent attendance
• Willingness to learn
• Safety minded

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Load and/or unload incoming/outgoing materials.
• Set-up expedites for shipment to customer based as needed.
• Coordinate the transportation of parts to/from various TTD locations due to Hot Loads or Sorting activity.
• Prepare necessary documentation, such as bill of lading, and/or shipping orders to route materials.
• Examine contents and compare records, such as manifest, invoices or orders, to verify accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Plan work assignments and equipment allocations to meet transportation, operations, or production goals.
• Review orders, production schedules, shipping or receiving notices to determine work sequences and material shipping dates, types, volumes, or destinations.
• Inspect or test materials, stock, vehicles, equipment, or facilities to ensure that they are safe, free of defects, and consistent with specifications.
• Coordinate forklift and Raymond repairs with respective vendors in a timely fashion
• Train and/or retrain operators in the proper use of material handling equipment, such as a forklift or Raymond Lift.
• Resolve worker problems or collaborate with employees to assist in problem resolution.
• Recommend personnel actions, such as employee selection, evaluation, rewards, or disciplinary actions.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Capable of performing all duties of a Material Handler or Dock Auditor.
• Authority to stop production in the event unsafe parts or conditions appear.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the immediate Supervisor and/or Manager, which may be outside the scope of responsibilities noted above.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Experience operating large industrial equipment is preferred
• Forklift Operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift training program is required within the first 30 days of employment for both sit-down, as well as stand-up lifts.
• Prefer six (6) months of warehousing and inventory experience.
• Prefer six (6) months experience operating a forklift and/or stand-up lift
• Physical ability to mount/dismount forklift through the duration of the shift which requires bending, stretching, stepping, reaching, climbing, and stooping, as well as standing, walking, crouching, and lifting up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Ability to follow work procedures and safety rules
• Ability to read, understand and follow directions/instructions
• Ability to use automated inventory control equipment
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete pre-employment screening (background check and drug screen).
• Identified candidates must be able to work overtime (daily, weekends and holidays).
• Must be able to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
• Report for work on time to support production startup.

Toledo Tool & Die is an equal opportunity employer.