Forklift Driver (production)

Gavin Zickerman Quinton Samuels Operations

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Sterling Heights, Michigan, US on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted March 5, 2026 Last posted March 5, 2026
Job description

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Summary:
Forklift Operators will be responsible for safely operating propane-powered forklifts. Duties include:

  • Unloading materials and supplies needed for plant operations
  • Moving palletized bagged materials from the conveyor line to the storage yard
  • Loading flatbed and box trucks for shipping, using portable loading ramps or operating from the ground

Location: 18 ½ Mile Road

Shifts Available:

  • 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
  • 3rd Shift: 6:00 PM – 2:30 AM

Requirements

Responsibilities:

  • Work safely and responsibly and follow all safety policies and procedures
  • Perform daily equipment checks and minor service maintenance
  • Moving palletized materials throughout the storage facility
  • Installs and re-supplies as necessary rolls of bagging film, rolls of stretch wrap, top sheet, pallets, bottom sheet, labels, and other consumables as needed.
  • Follow shipping instructions and load trucks with proper materials to complete orders
  • Move & stack pallets in the correct storage areas
  • Lift and carry boards between pallets while stacking
  • Align pallet stacks vertically and safely
  • Ensure bags are not damaged during pallet handling
  • Examine bag products to verify conformance to quality standards
  • Perform work according to accepted procedures and practices
  • Change out propane tanks or fill with diesel fuel depending on the type of forklift
  • Keep accurate records of production data
  • Communicate all concerns affecting safety, quality, productivity and the work environment to the Supervisor

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Shift Premiums
  • BCBS Health Insurance
  • After 40 hrs: Over Time (1.5x)
About this role

Summary

Operate forklifts, move materials, load/unload trucks, and ensure safety and quality procedures.

Job title

Forklift Driver (production)

Experience level

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

Sterling Heights, MI; on-site work only

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

forklift operationsafety policiesequipment checksmaterial handling

Preferred skills

certificate in forklift operation

Specializations

forklift operationmaterial handlingproduction
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Sterling Heights, MI, USA

On-site City