Forklift Operator - Mercedes-Benz Assembly Plant | Vance, AL

Overview

Drive Your Career Forward with Mercedes-Benz

Looking for more than just a forklift job? Join the team supporting the Mercedes-Benz Assembly Plant in Vance, Alabama , where safety, quality, and integrity are the foundation of everything we do. We're looking for dependable, safety-focused professionals who take pride in their work and want to contribute to building world-class vehicles in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Pay & Schedule

• Starting Pay: $18.00-$18.90 per hour
• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
• 2nd Shift: 2:20 PM - 10:45 PM
• 3rd Shift: 9:35 PM - 6:20 AM
• Additional perks and opportunities coming soon!

What You'll Do

As a Forklift/Tugger Operator, you'll play a critical role in keeping production moving by safely transporting materials and ensuring the right parts are delivered to the right place at the right time. Your commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork directly impacts the success of the production process.

Your responsibilities include:

• Safely operate sit-down forklifts and tugger vehicles to transport materials throughout the facility.
• Load, unload, move, and stage materials to support daily production and shipping operations.
• Deliver parts and supplies accurately and on time to maintain production flow.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Conduct cycle counts and assist with inventory accuracy using automated inventory systems.
• Track and document material movement while maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Follow standardized work instructions and safety procedures to protect yourself, your teammates, and the products you handle.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area while contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Skills and Experience

What We're Looking For

We're seeking individuals who are dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to doing the job safely and correctly every day.

Qualified candidates must:

• Have at least two (2) years of recent forklift operating experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or production environment.
• Have recent production and/or forklift experience.
• Be eligible to obtain a Mercedes-Benz facility badge.
• Be willing and able to work any assigned shift, including overtime when required.
• Possess basic math and problem-solving skills.
• Be comfortable learning automated and computerized inventory management systems.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, producing quality work, and operating with honesty and integrity in every aspect of the job.

Benefits

Why Join Ōnin?

At Ōnin, we believe our teammates deserve more than just a paycheck. We invest in people by creating opportunities to grow, succeed, and build rewarding careers. When you join our team, you'll become part of a workplace that values Safety First, Quality in Every Task, and Integrity in Every Decision .

Know someone who's a great fit?
Ask us about our Employee Referral Program and earn cash rewards for qualified referrals!

Don't miss this chance to enhance your experience in a production environment while enjoying competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

• Weekly pay
• $5 prescription drugs
• $5 doctor's visit copays
• Free teledoctor service
• Free counseling services
• Life insurance included
• Vision insurance included
• Dental insurance included
• Vacation and holiday pay
• Scholarship Opportunities
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Free legal services
• Our unbeatable employee discount program

If you're ready to work for a company that values your experience and rewards your commitment, we encourage you to apply today. We can't wait to talk to you!

--Your Ōnin team