Plant Helper

American Axle & Manufacturing; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

American Axle & Manufacturing in Gallatin, TN is seeking a Plant Helper to support safe housekeeping and material handling in a fast-paced plant environment.

You will perform loading/unloading, operate a forklift, assist with processing and repair work, and help keep facilities clean and compliant with safety policies. The role is typically temporary for absences but may extend with reliable performance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Forklift operation ability and pass company training.
• 1–3 years in an industrial or construction setting preferred.
• Ability to work overtime on short notice.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform safe housekeeping and material handling tasks.
• Load/unload materials, crate/uncrate, and transport with forklift.
• Mail pickup and deliveries; assist with repairs and equipment processing.
• Maintain safe, clean work areas; assist in packaging and processing operations.
• Support supervisors and other management with requested tasks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Communication skills

Overtime availability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

## Plant HelperApplylocations: Gallatin, TNtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JREQ-222983**Job Posting Title**Plant Helper**Job Description Summary**Responsible for the safe housekeeping and support of assigned operation area.**Job Description:**Follow all Hoeganaes safety, quality and environmental policies and procedures. Perform manual tasks, such as loading/unloading materials, crating/uncrating materials, breaking up caked/frozen materials, lifting brick or equipment, piling/stocking supplies and materials, digging out pits, etc.Mail pickup and deliveries and expedited material.Perform general clean-up duties in and around plant facilities and equipment, including waste disposal, occasionally cuts grass, police grounds, shovel snow, etc.Operate fork truck to transport materials and equipment.Assist operators and repairmen in processing repair activities as requested.Assist in operating, packaging, blending, and screening equipment as requested. Maintain a safe, clean, work environment at all times.Normally assigned on temporary basis to various job classifications for absences, vacations, and leaves of absence.Perform all tasks requested by the Supervisor and/or other management personnel.**Required Skills and Education**High School diploma or GEDAbility to operate a forklift and pass required Company training.1-3 years of previous experience in an industrial or construction setting is preferred.Ability to work overtime on short notice is required.Good communication skills – written and verbal **About Dauch:**Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more. Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.