Job Posting TitleForklift Operator
Job Description SummaryAs a Forklift Driver Dauch, Inc. ("AAM") you will be responsible for delivering materials, raw and finished parts to specified areas as well as maintaining inventory control and records. A Forklift Driver will have an understanding of the manufacturing and logistics process, daily operations, material handling, quality criteria, safety and trouble shooting ability. A Forklift Driver must be able to multitask, be self-motivated and be able to work in a team environment.
Job Description:
Operate various types of forklifts (standard, rotating, dumper) and docking equipment to load, unload, move, stack and stage materials from customer and WIP trucks used in production
Demonstrate understanding of and maintain quality policy and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)/Work Instructions daily
Follow Inventory control (FIFO) and Heat Lot Control procedures
Demonstrate ability to place material in inventory-style rows and track/update with handheld scanners
Assist in cycle counts and inventory audits, as required
Effectively interact with associates, management, drivers and customers by exchanging information, engaging others in conversation and responding to questions
Perform general housekeeping in and around designated work area; Knowledge of 5S
Communicate effectively to team leads and supervisor(s) regularly; keeping them updated on shipping and receiving activities and progresses, along with any issues that may arise
Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations
Conduct daily forklift and dock equipment safety checks
Required Skills and Education
REQUIRED:
High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
Previous forklift experience
Basic math skills. (i.e. addition and subtraction, working with decimals in both inches and metrics)
Ability to work daily and weekend overtime as scheduled
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Able to pass a forklift certification test
Certified through the company to operate a forklift
Must adhere to all safety requirements
Must show willingness to demonstrate S4 principles in daily job duties
Must show attention to detail, maintain a productive attitude and have willingness to take the extra steps needed to ensure the job is done correctly
PREFERRED:
3-5 years of production operations experience, particularly in high volume manufacturing
Familiarity with union environment
Experience in automotive, forging or similar industries
Operating knowledge of Plex
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 [email protected]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
AAM 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. AAM 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.
