Warehouse Driver- Unit 4- 3rd shift - Elgin, IL

Work Location 1500 Holmes Rd, Elgin, Illinois 60123, United States
Pay Type Hourly
Job Description

WELCOME TO AMERICAN NTN BEARING MANUFACTURING

We are a highly automated Tier 1 supplier of wheel-bearing hubs for the automotive industry located in Elgin, IL. We are part of NTN, the world's third largest bearing manufacturer, we have over 75 plants worldwide and over 100 years of premium quality to our name.

Job Title: Warehouse Driver

Summary Assist in the safe production of quality products by ensuring parts are moved though the production process efficiently and checked for quality. This includes:

• Loading and unloading trucks
• Supplying parts to production lines
• Moving parts to warehouse
• Inventory maintenance

Starting Wage: $19.00

We offer a 3rd shift differential of $3.00 per hour.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity. At ANBM, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Safely lifts, moves, unloads, and stacks material and supplies with electric or liquefied- gas powered industrial equipment such as a walkie, ball cart, reach truck, stacker, stand-up, or sit-down truck (fork-lift).
• Visually checks all in-coming material, out-going finished product, and their packaging (including skids) for damage. All suspected damage must be reported in writing.
• Weighs materials or products and records weight on tags, labels, or production schedules.
• Properly secure loads with seat belts or straps before moving with powered industrial trucks.
• Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs.
• Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information.
• Positions forks, lifting platform, or other lifting device under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, products, or materials and transports load to designated areas.
• Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.
• Inventories materials on work floor, and supply workers with materials as needed.
• Based on the production schedule and need on the production floor, the Material Handler will deliver components and other supplies to the appropriate place in a safe and timely manner.
• Verifies material in warehouse is OK or approved to use before pulling it from skids.
• Records inventory transactions using the Bar Code Inventory system.
• Performs routine inspection and refueling on powered industrial trucks such as charging batteries or replacing liquefied-gas tank.
• Apply principles of 5S to assigned areas so everything is organized, clean, and safe.
• Follow all company rules and regulations related to environmental, health, and safety.

Education and/or Experience

• General knowledge of material handling, inventory, and quality control practices such as FIFO and lot traceability.
• Skilled at driving powered industrial trucks by moving levers and pressing pedals.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
• Read, write, and verbally communicate in English to convey information effectively so others will understand.
• A minimum of 1 year driving a fork-lift truck is desired. Must be able to become forklift certified within our environment.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote safety, health, and environment protection practices within the workplace.
• Able to consistently meet job attendance requirements.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Bump caps, steel toe safety shoes, and safety glasses are required in all production areas. Hearing protection is encouraged and may be required in specific areas.

Requirements

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts; hazards common to industrial settings; chemicals, vibration, and loud noises.
• Jobs on the production floor require a minimum 40-hour workweek. Overtime may be required.
• The pace of work is steady and fast.
• Employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• Must be able to safely mount and dismount forklift and operate foot and hand pedals.
• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• This position requires sufficient vision to see details at close range, so the person can pass an inspection test of finished parts and components.

• Able to work in plant environment requiring use of personal protection: bump cap, safety glasses, hearing protection, steel or composite toed shoes. Able to walk and stand on concrete most of the shift. Able to work with regular exposure to moving and mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibrations.

NTN treats all employees and applicants according to their individual qualifications, abilities, and experiences and adheres to all local and national employment rules and regulations where we operate. NTN does not tolerate discrimination due to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, protected veteran/military status, or any other legally protected trait.

ANBM offers a full range of comprehensive benefits, including choice of medical plans, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) Plan, separate company contribution to your 401(k) retirement account, Paid Time Off (PTO), and eligibility for tuition reimbursement. ANBM is an equal opportunity employer that strongly supports diversity in the workplace.

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