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Production Forklift Operator (Hilo)

Transform Automotive
Utica, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/10/2025 CLOSED ON 11/10/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Forklift Operator (Hilo) position at Transform Automotive?

ABOUT THE ROLE

Amsted Automotive, Shelby Township, is seeking a Day Shift Production Forklift Operator (Hilo) who will be responsible for ensuring sufficient material flow within the plant by keeping operations stocked with materials and supplies.

Shifts:

Days: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Afternoons: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM 15% shift premium

Midnights: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM 15% shift premium

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Keep presses and work cells supplied with containers, parts, material and or components
  • With the production forklift remove the baskets as they are filled with in process material, finished goods and / or scrap
  • Verify material and product has been properly identified with part number and operation number
  • Operate the Production Hilo in a safe and responsible manner
  • Maintain the Production Hilo checklist for the maintenance department
  • Responsible to notify the maintenance supervisor when Hilo is not operating correctly
  • Responsible to empty scrap from containers into the scrap hopper
  • Keep outside storage area organized
  • Ensure parking lot is clean from metal shavings and scrap
  • Remove empty baskets from plant-to-plant truck
  • Keep empty dunnage organized in storage area
  • Serves in the capacity of wastewater handler commensurate with completion of proper environmental training
  • Responsible for fully completing and updating all paperwork on daily basis (Forklift Daily checklist)
  • Additional duties as assigned
  • Adapt and promote lean manufacturing principles
  • Active participant in the Elimination of Waste Team meetings
  • Support the Company’s Goals and Objectives

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

  • Must be able to pass the test for a Hilo license
  • Must have a valid driver’s license
  • Must know and follow safe operational practices
  • Experience in a fast paced, automotive manufacturing environment
  • Possess working knowledge of IATF16949, ISO 14001, and Q1 compliance criteria

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Incentive Bonus
  • Medical, Vision, Dental
  • Prescription Drug Plan
  • 401K
  • Paid Vacation & Holidays
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health and Wellness Reimbursement
  • Employee Recognition
  • Discount Programs

WHAT ELSE YOU'LL NEED TO KNOW

  • Excellent manual dexterity, ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally
  • Work will require the need to operate Hilo for extended periods of time sitting
  • Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with continuous exposure to noise
  • Must be able to work necessary overtime if required

Salary : $16 - $18

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