Material Handler (Forklift Driver)- Multiple Openings

Shape Corp.; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Shape Corp. in Grand Haven, MI is seeking a forklift operator to support manufacturing, production and shipping/receiving by moving materials with a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) including sit-down hi-lo. You will help maintain safety, stock, and inventory accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Starting pay ranges from $17.00 to $21.02 per hour, plus a $2.00 per hour shift premium; base pay will reflect prior manufacturing experience and job performance.

Qualifications

• Operate a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) to move products and materials safely.
• Adhere to safety specifications including stacking heights and seat belt usage.
• Maintain high situational awareness when operating PITs for safety of personnel and goods.

Responsibilities

• Operate a PIT to move or load products and materials safely.
• Adhere to all safety specs and speed limits.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings to ensure safety of associates and equipment.
• Perform battery charging and changes according to policy.
• Stack product and materials safely in varied environments.
• Participate in 5S initiatives as required.
• Perform inventory related tasks as needed.
• Operate banding equipment as required.
• Follow tagging specifications.
• Assist Shipping/Receiving using scanners and loading/unloading trucks.

Skills

PIT operation

Safety compliance

Forklift battery handling

Shipping/Receiving

Tools

Handheld scanners

Computers

Job description

Starting Pay Range

$17.00 - $21.02 / hour + $2.00 / hour shift premium

Starting Pay Range

$17.00 - $21.02 / hour + $2.00 / hour shift premium

Starting pay will be based on prior manufacturing experience.

BE PART OF THE SHAPE FAMILY

We are thinkers, believers and doers. At Shape, we don’t see the norm as our limit; we look at it as our opportunity to push limits and tradition. A chance to bring something new to our customers, team members and communities. When seemingly impossible challenges arise, we look to the core of the problem, and create solutions others believe can’t be done.

Position Summary:

Support the manufacturing, production and shipping/receiving functions through the movement of material by using a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) or various alternative equipment. Will be moving raw material and finished product with various type of equipment including but not limited to sit down hi-lo.

Essential Job Functions include, but not limited to, the following:

• Operate a Powered Industrial Truck to move or load products, materials etc. safely.
• Adhere to all safety specifications including stacking heights, seat belt use, speed limits, signage etc.
• Maintain a high level of awareness when operating a PIT of surroundings to ensure safety of all associates, product and equipment.
• Perform battery charging and changes safely, while adhering to the company's guidelines.
• Stack product and materials in various environments safely.
• Participate in 5S initiatives as required by the facility.
• Perform inventory related and/or coil hanging functions as needed based on the facilities individual requirements.
• Function as a member of a work team, identify safety and process improvements within the facility.
• Operate banding equipment as required.
• Adhere to tagging specifications.
• Perform Shipping/Receiving related functions including: use of hand held scanners and computers, and loading/unloading of trucks.
• Additional functions not specifically outlined in this position description as directed by the leader.

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