Forklift Driver - 2nd Shift

Role Summary

Forklift Drivers "Material Handlers" are responsible for the transporting and delivering of production materials to the correct are within the plant using the proper equipment, tools and procedures outlined by the department. Material Handlers will work to assist the Bowling Green Metalforming to successfully meet the division’s goals and objectives.  

Key Responsibilities

• Know and understand Bowling Green Metalforming Quality and Environmental policies.
• Follows and supports and Magna’s operating principles, including:
  • Magna Employee Charter – Operating under its principles by treating all team members equally, fairly and with dignity and respect.
  • Abide by BGM policies and procedures as described in the most current version of the Team Member Handbook.
  • Open Door Policy – Solves issues with two-way, open and friendly communication.
  • 5S – Maintains and promotes good housekeeping by following the philosophy “Everything has a place. Everything in its place”.
  • Safety First - Obey the plant’s safety rules and procedures by wearing PPE at all times and immediately addressing all safety concerns.  Promotes an environment where zero injuries are the expected standard.
  • Promote MAFACT benchmarks to achieve World Class Manufacturing.
  • Core values – Treat all team members equally, fairly, with dignity and respect without favoritism in accordance with company values. 
  • Attend and participate in Team, Department, Plant-wide and any other meetings as required. 
  • Conduct all activities in a professional manner and positive attitude with an emphasis on personal responsibility. 
• Follow and abide by all government and legal rules and regulations. 
• Operate heavy equipment (forklift) in a manufacturing environment in a manner that does not endanger themselves or any other workers.
• Carry out and record incoming and outgoing inspection of parts, tags, racks, lift trucks, part tagger, etc.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, problem solving, corrective actions and cost reduction activities to assist BGM in meeting targets and goals.
• Maintain inventory by labelling, and properly placing material and supplies in their correct location.
• Responsible for operating inventory scanner and cycle material based FIFO Standards.
• Assist in restructuring storage locations, plant modifications and line staging requirements.
• Establish and maintain communication with other departments.
• Responsible for delivering information to the Team Leaders in terms of unexpected production changes.
• Perform other duties as required.

(This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed in this position. Team members will be required to follow any other job related instructions or to perform other job duties requested by their leader)

Key Qualifications/Requirements

Education and/or Experience:

• High School diploma or GED preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
• 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• 1 year of experience driving a forklift preferred

These qualifications represent the minimum requirements of the position. Team Members will be required to possess the ability and aptitudes to perform the duties proficiently.

Additional Information

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