Production Lift Truck Driver 2nd Shift

American Axle & Manufacturing; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

American Axle & Manufacturing in Chicago, IL is seeking a Production Lift Truck Driver for the 2nd shift to safely move materials, support production lines, and uphold inventory integrity.

The role requires forklift experience, willingness to obtain certification, familiarity with RF scanners, and a strong commitment to safety in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• At least 1 year forklift operator experience in a manufacturing/warehouse setting.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification upon hire.
• Basic computer skills and experience with RF scanners or inventory systems.
• Ability to read shipping documents and inventory labels.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Overtime and weekend availability.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely per OSHA regulations and company policies.
• Supply production lines with materials per production schedules.
• Stage materials for production, shipping, and storage.
• Verify material quantities, labels, and locations before movement.
• Utilize RF scanners, barcode systems, or warehouse management systems to complete inventory transactions.
• Perform pre-shift inspections of forklifts and report equipment issues promptly.
• Assist with inventory counts, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliation.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Follow all safety, quality, environmental, and company policies.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to operate powered industrial equipment for extended periods.

Skills

Forklift experience

Attention to detail

Overtime availability

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanners

Inventory systems

Job description

Job Posting Title

Production Lift Truck Driver 2nd Shift

Summary

We are seeking a reliable, safety-conscious Forklift Operator to support our manufacturing operations. The Forklift Operator is responsible for safely transporting materials throughout the facility to ensure uninterrupted production. This position plays a key role in maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting shipping and receiving operations, and meeting customer delivery requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts in accordance with OSHA regulations and company policies.
• Supply production lines with materials according to production schedules.
• Stage materials for production, shipping, and storage.
• Verify material quantities, labels, and locations before movement.
• Utilize RF scanners, barcode systems, or warehouse management systems to complete inventory transactions.
• Perform pre-shift inspections of forklifts and report equipment issues promptly.
• Assist with inventory counts, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliation.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Follow all safety, quality, environmental, and company policies.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to operate powered industrial equipment for extended periods.
• Frequently stand, walk, bend, reach, and twist throughout the workday.
• Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must meet vision and physical requirements necessary for safe forklift operation.

Required Skills and Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of forklift operating experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment.
• Ability to obtain certification upon hire.
• Basic computer skills and experience using RF scanners or inventory systems preferred.
• Ability to read shipping documents, work orders, and inventory labels.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as business needs require.

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, 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.

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