Yard Associate/Forklift Operator (Monday-Thursday; afternoon shift)

Peninsulapowdercoating; Michigan; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Michigan is seeking full-time Yard Associates/Forklift Operators for their afternoon shift. The role involves operating forklifts, loading and unloading trucks, and ensuring a safe work environment. Competitive starting pay between $16.00 and $20.00 per hour based on experience, with additional benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Overtime available

Cost sharing on health insurance

Supplemental and life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off, including vacation and sick days

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience operating forklifts is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks and move parts around various work areas.
• Work outside in various weather conditions.
• Practice safe work practices and maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Physical ability

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Work ethic

Job description

Peninsula Powder Coating seeks full-time, afternoon shift Yard Associates/Forklift Operators to join their team in Baraga, Michigan.

WHAT WE OFFER.

• $16.00 – $20.00 per hour starting pay based on experience.
• Overtime available.
• Cost sharing on health insurance.
• Supplemental insurance and life insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick days, plus paid holidays.

SCHEDULE.This is a full-time position, Monday to Thursday, from3:30 PM to 2:00 AM. Flexibility in scheduling may be required based on production demands.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Experience operating forklifts required as you will load and unload trucks and move parts around various work areas.
• Physical ability to lift, bend, climb; load/unload heavy objects with assistance (up to 100 lbs.).
• Ability to work outside in various weather conditions (hot, cold, humid, windy, rainy, snowy, etc.)
• Exceptional work ethic required.
• You are organized, reliable, and work well individually and as a team leader.
• Ability to work in an environment that has paint and primer fumes, uses cleaning chemicals, and related chemicals used to coat and clean industrial products.
• Practice safe work practices by lifting properly, wearing protective equipment/clothing (safety glasses, footwear, respirators, hardhats, hearing protection, etc. as needed) and maintain a safe work environment always.
• Willingness to assist other production areas when needed.
• You work well under time constraints and can ensure deadlines are met.

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