Forklift Driver – Steel Manufacturing Warehouse

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Job Title: Forklift Operator – Steel Manufacturing Warehouse

Location: Downriver, MI (Flat Rock, Riverview, Gibraltar)

Company: Target Steel

Hours: To Be Determined

Rate: Starting at $17+

Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious forklift operator to join our steel manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience handling heavy materials, a strong understanding of forklift operation, and a commitment to workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate a forklift effectively and safely while prioritizing personal and team safety.
• Conduct daily forklift safety checks, including brakes, oil levels, hoists, and potential leaks.
• Accurately locate, transport, and position materials, ensuring updates are made when materials are moved.
• Secure and center loads at appropriate heights, ensuring clearance from surrounding objects.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, free of debris.
• Stack materials neatly and safely at designated heights and in assigned locations.
• Ensure materials are loaded in accordance with customer specifications.
• Load materials onto arms for slitter operations as needed.
• Perform dock audits when required.

Qualifications:

• Valid MIOSHA certification and operator’s permit (must carry permit at all times).
• Valid Michigan State Driver’s License.
• Hi-lo permit from a previous employer and at least 6 months of experience handling steel with a 15,500-pound capacity forklift.
• In-depth knowledge of forklift functionality, weight limits, and maximum capacity.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately.
• Basic computer skills for tracking and updating material movement.