Overhead Crane & Forklift Operator: Material Handling

MiTek; Florida; On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

MiTek is seeking a production operator to demonstrate proficiency with automatic equipment, forklifts, and overhead cranes. The role involves setting, changing, troubleshooting, and cleaning stamping dies, and applying knowledge to improve equipment and processes.

The position requires flexibility to work in Largo temporarily and then Zephyrrhills, with relocation as needed. Responsibilities include loading materials, performing first piece inspections, quality control, and monitoring equipment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or 1–3 months of related experience or training.
• Must have an outstanding safety record and follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Willing to work overtime whenever necessary; ability to interact professionally with others.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes to move materials from rail cars and trucks.
• Load/unload slit ribbon material on production line decoilers.
• Feed slit ribbon material into stamping dies and perform first piece inspection.
• Perform routine quality control on materials (thickness, gauge, width, coating).
• Monitor coolant and oil levels on production equipment and adjust as needed.
• Attend and be punctual for the scheduled shift; overtime may be required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Quality inspection

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

MiTek is seeking a production operator to demonstrate proficiency with automatic equipment, forklifts, and overhead cranes. The role involves setting, changing, troubleshooting, and cleaning stamping dies, and applying knowledge to improve equipment and processes.

The position requires flexibility to work in Largo temporarily and then Zephyrrhills, with relocation as needed. Responsibilities include loading materials, performing first piece inspections, quality control, and monitoring equipment