The Production Hi-lo Driver is responsible for ensuring efficient material flow within the plant by keeping operations stocked with materials and supplies.

All aspects & functions involved in Materials Operations.

Key Responsibilities

Keep presses and work centers supplied with containers, parts, material and / or components; and the removal of containers as they are filled with work in process material, finished goods and / or scrap.

It should be the first priority of all Hi-lo drivers to support production and eliminate unnecessary downtime.

• Verify that material and product has been properly identified with part number and operation number.
• Before product is to be placed in final audit, work in process, or finished goods, the container is to be weight counted (if not standard pack).
• All nonconforming products entering the hold area are to be identified with a part number, quantity and defect description.

It is the responsibility of the Hi-lo driver to verify this information prior to moving material into the hold area. Partial coils must be weighed prior to placing in the hold area.

Operate the Hi-lo in a safe and responsible manner, abiding by the rules of safe Hi-lo operation and complete a daily Hi-lo checklist for the maintenance department.

The Hi-lo driver is responsible to notify the maintenance department and their supervisor if the Hi-lo is not operating correctly.

• When scrap material is taken to the scrap hoppers, it is the responsibility of the Hi-lo driver to empty scrap from containers into the correct scrap hopper.
• Support scrap pickup activities as required including weight certification of scrap containers.
• Baskets are to be cleaned out and all tags and labels removed. Correct tare weights must be put on containers prior to use.
• Monitor availability of steel at presses and load steel at presses when needed.
• Ensure that company policies and procedures are adhered to including IATF16949, ISO14001 (EMS), and Employee Handbook.
• Follows MIOSHA and MPTSH safety regulations and policies, including wearing required P.P.E. (Personal Protective Equipment).

Reports unsafe conditions to Supervisor / Leader.

Key Qualifications / Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Hi-lo driver in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow MIOSHA safety requirements.
• Knowledge and compliance of safety procedures and policies required.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Demonstrates creativity, initiative, and problem-solving skills.
• Team oriented work approach and ability to work with others in a team environment.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Excellent attendance and performance record. Demonstrates Core Values.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and sometimes stressful environment.
• Must be able to obtain Hi-lo license.

Last updated : 2024-06-02