Forklift Operator Midnights - MNP
Utica, MI
About the Job
This is a 3rd shift Hilo Driver position from Thursday - Sunday starting at 11pm to 7am.
About us:MNP is an award-winning fastener manufacturer specializing in diameters from M3 to M24. Established in 1970, it is a family-owned business with core values of Humility, Integrity, Trust, Compassion and Dedication. MNP controls the complete manufacturing process from the annealing of the raw coiled steel through heading, rolling, heat treating, plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP work together in teams yet work without constant supervision. MNP seeks to promote from within and offers training and development at all levels of the organization; 75% of all leadership positions are held by employees who were promoted from within.
About the role: The Hi-lo Driver supports MNP's manufacturing divisions by moving, tracking, and staging steel and work-in-process in accordance with production schedules. This role is a key member of the manufacturing team and must be able to work well with others yet work without constant supervision. Successful hi-lo drivers are detail-oriented and work in a proactive mode - anticipating the needs of the team they support.
Responsibilities:
Communicate with the team including production control
Locate and move steel coils to the appropriate operation
Locate and move manufactured parts to next operation
Stage tubs for manufacturing ensuring empty tubs are available as needed
Assist other hi-lo drivers with expedited orders as needed
Scan tags and enter information into computer as required
Maintain clean and orderly work areas; clean up spilled parts
Report missing paperwork or documents
Work in a safe manner; follow all safety protocols
Other duties as needed
Essential skills required for success at MNP:
Adaptable / flexible | Life-long learning | Compassion |
Communication | Listens well | Dedication |
Dependable / reliable | Problem-solving | Humility |
Follows directions | Self-motivation | Integrity |
Honesty | Teamwork | Trust |
Additional skills and/or experience required for success in the role:
1 year of experience driving a hi-lo, previous hi-lo certification required
Prefer 1 year of hi-lo experience in a manufacturing environment
Able to communicate clearly and effectively
Possesses basic computer skills
Possesses basic mathematical skills
Able to read job instructions and keep detailed records
Able to work without constant supervision
Able to work well with others
Able to think ahead and plan material moves to maximize efficiency
Benefits:Along with competitive pay, MNP offers employees BCBS medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, life insurance, flexible spending account, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) and 401(k) match, discretionary profit-sharing. Aflac products are also available. Benefits listed here are optional and have a waiting period. Additional benefits include a health clinic (onsite in Utica) for employees and their families; optional employee wellness activities include managing and tracking diabetes, blood pressure, and weight control; onsite, personalized retirement counseling; employee referral bonuses and employment of friends and families; access to tickets for Jimmy John's Field; volunteer opportunities include Gleaners, Suite Dreams, Veterans Support activities, Blessings in a Backpack, food and clothing drives, and others; employee recognition includes anniversaries, birthdays, and special events; employee discounts on autos, cell phones, and others; employee social activities include Detroit Tigers opening day, Fat Tuesday, ice cream/popsicles, picnics, team meetings, team outings, one-on-one with the president, and many more.
This job description is not intended to be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the company. We are an equal opportunity employer and a second chance employer. We give consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and any other related State or Federal protected classes or characteristics.
Additional skills and/or experience required for success in the role:
Able to pass a pre-employment, post-offer physical, drug screen
Able to pass a background check