Material Handler (Forklift Driver)

Material Handler Opportunity at Toledo Tool & Die

Come join the Toledo Tool & Die team! Located close to the Michigan/Ohio border, Toledo Tool and Die has diligently served the people of both of those great states since 1940. It was a company founded on one simple principle: to do the finest work possible for our clients and to deliver on every promise we make. Today Toledo Tool & Die has three facilities in the Toledo area and one in Pioneer, Ohio.

Toledo Tool & Die is adding a Material Handler to our team to support our continued growth.

This is a full-time position based in Toledo, Ohio. We offer competitive wages, growth opportunities, and a clean, safe work environment.

Come join our team! Hours are typically:

1st Shift: Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm

2nd Shift: Monday-Friday 2:00pm-10:30pm

3rd Shift: Sunday-Thursday 10:00pm-6:00am

*Must be available to work overtime (daily, weekend & some holidays)*

WHAT TOLEDO TOOL & DIE CAN OFFER YOU:

• $20/hour
• $1.50 shift premium for 2nd Shift
• $1.00 shift premium for 3rd shift
• Weekly pay
• PTO
• 10 paid holidays
• Full benefits

WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT FIT FOR THIS POSITION:

• Prior experience in a fast-paced factory setting
• Previous experience driving a forklift
• Strong work ethic
• Positive attitude
• Consistent attendance
• Willingness to learn
• Safety minded

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Load and/or unload incoming/outgoing materials.
• Set-up expedites for shipment to customer based as needed.
• Coordinate the transportation of parts to/from various TTD locations due to Hot Loads or Sorting activity.
• Prepare necessary documentation, such as bill of lading, and/or shipping orders to route materials.
• Examine contents and compare records, such as manifest, invoices or orders, to verify accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Plan work assignments and equipment allocations to meet transportation, operations, or production goals.
• Review orders, production schedules, shipping or receiving notices to determine work sequences and material shipping dates, types, volumes, or destinations.
• Inspect or test materials, stock, vehicles, equipment, or facilities to ensure that they are safe, free of defects, and consistent with specifications.
• Coordinate forklift and Raymond repairs with respective vendors in a timely fashion
• Train and/or retrain operators in the proper use of material handling equipment, such as a forklift or Raymond Lift.
• Resolve worker problems or collaborate with employees to assist in problem resolution.
• Recommend personnel actions, such as employee selection, evaluation, rewards, or disciplinary actions.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Capable of performing all duties of a Material Handler or Dock Auditor.
• Authority to stop production in the event unsafe parts or conditions appear.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the immediate Supervisor and/or Manager, which may be outside the scope of responsibilities noted above.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Experience operating large industrial equipment is preferred
• Forklift Operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift training program is required within the first 30 days of employment for both sit-down, as well as stand-up lifts.
• Prefer six (6) months of warehousing and inventory experience.
• Prefer six (6) months experience operating a forklift and/or stand-up lift
• Physical ability to mount/dismount forklift through the duration of the shift which requires bending, stretching, stepping, reaching, climbing, and stooping, as well as standing, walking, crouching, and lifting up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Ability to follow work procedures and safety rules
• Ability to read, understand and follow directions/instructions
• Ability to use automated inventory control equipment
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete pre-employment screening (background check and drug screen).
• Identified candidates must be able to work overtime (daily, weekends and holidays).
• Must be able to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
• Report for work on time to support production startup.

Toledo Tool & Die is an equal opportunity employer.