Forklift Driver - Quality Aluminum Acquisition LLC
Hastings, MI 49058
About the Job
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Transport material by utilizing a Hilo safely throughout facility.
- Facilitate customer fulfillment based on daily schedules and priority levels as assigned by the loader.
- Maintain in depth product knowledge. Codes, weights, thickness, storage location, type of metal (aluminum, steel, etc.)
- Complete daily Hilo check-in/pre-use inspection. Logging results to remain compliant.
- Communicate status and needs between Loaders, shipping helpers and supervision.
- Ensure quality standards are maintained by watching for product defects of raw and finished goods. Report to corresponding supervisor.
- Ability to maintain regular attendance at QAP facility.
- Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
- Maintain a high level of organization and cleanliness by utilizing 6s standards.
- Assist picking and pulling products when needed.
- Any additional task assigned by management.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Customer Focus
Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
Integrity and Trust
Is widely trusted; is seen as direct, truthful individual, can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidence; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent himself/herself for personal gain.
Perseverance
Pursues everything with energy, drive and a need to finish; seldom gives up before finishing, especially in the face of resistance or setbacks.
Comfort Around Higher Management
Can deal comfortably with more senior managers; can present to more senior managers without undue tension and nervousness; understands how senior managers think and work; can determine the best way to get things done with them by talking their language and responding to their needs; can craft approaches likely to be seen as appropriate and positive.
Informing
Provides the information people need to know to do their jobs to feel good about being a member of the team, unit, and/or the organization; provides individuals information so that they can make accurate decisions; is timely with information.
Composure
Is cool under pressure; does not become defensive or irritated when times are tough; is considered mature; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times; can handle stress; is not knocked off balance by the unexpected; doesn't show frustration when resisted or blocked; is a settling influence in a crisis.
Patience
Is tolerant with people and processes; listens and checks before acting; tries to understand the people and the data before making judgments and acting; waits for others to catch up before acting; sensitive to due process and proper pacing; follows established process.
Time Management
Use his/her time effectively and efficiently. Values time; concentrates his/her efforts on the more important priorities.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Less than high school education; or one month to three months of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills/Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract and count in simple units of measurement (whole numbers). Ability to read basic English. Interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to read and write simple lists.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Ability to earn and maintain hilo license. Must follow all OSHA standards and regulations.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. You must notify the company if such an accommodation is needed.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for most of the 8 hour shift. Must have the ability to use hands to handle, grab, lift, pull or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, and crouch. Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to navigating pedestrian traffic. The employee is occasionally exposed to hot, cold and rainy weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is high. The use of hearing protections is encouraged. We also require steel toed shoes and protective eyewear at all times in the plant.
What we offer
Health & Welfare
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees and dependents
- Health care & dependent flexible spending plans
- Free Life and AD&D coverage with supplemental coverage options
- Employee assistance programs focused on mental health
Financial Wellbeing
- Competitive compensation
- Bonus opportunities
- Generous 401(k) plan
Flexibility & Time Off
- Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, jury duty, sick leave, disability, holidays.
- Hybrid & remote work opportunities available
Community & Personal Development
- Donation matching and time off to volunteer
- Educational reimbursement
About Us
Gibraltar is a leading manufacturer and supplier of products and services for North American agtech, renewable energy, residential, and infrastructure markets. By building solutions that make life better for people and the planet, Gibraltar advances the art and science of engineering, science and technology to shape the future of comfortable living, sustainable power, and productive growing.
Guided by an inclusive, values-driven culture that celebrates and rewards different perspectives, we work together to create lasting positive impact on everyone our business touches. To learn more about what makes us #GibraltarProud, visit our website: www.gibraltar1.com
Gibraltar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, arrest record, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Gibraltar will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process.