Forklift Operator

Job Posting Title

Forklift Operator

Job Description Summary

As 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 TalentAcquisition@aam.com. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.