Production Hilo Driver

Flex‑N‑Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex‑N‑Gate provides a great opportunity for hard‑working and skilled individuals.

This position requires the safe operation of combustion or electrical powered industrial lift trucks (hi‑lo) designed to safely lift, stack, load, unload, move and transport various materials, tools, equipment and/or products from one location to another location (also includes loading/unloading onto a trailer). Drivers in Shipping must keep area clean and safe, this includes the Yard for racks stacked at a safe height and put in designated areas.

Must complete daily Hi-lo checklist.

• Must be able to ascend or descend from the vehicle to adjust the forks, inspect the load to be moved and operate levers or other devices to complete the assigned tasks. Must be able to drive in reverse when vision is blocked.
• Responsible for inspecting the vehicle for proper operating conditions, report deficiencies and operate the vehicle in a safe manner at all times.
• Must pass appropriate physical examination when required. Must satisfactorily pass a written and operating examination. Must have a valid Michigan Driver’s License.
• Must understand and be able to read an order sheet (pick sheet).
• Must be able to work in a fast‑pace environment.
• Must know and understand FIFO; understand 7‑poimt inspection process for C‑TPAT
• Knowledge of loading weight onto trailer, including weight distribution, stack ability, organization of parts best suited for transit.
• Knowledge of trailer alignment for wide rack loads; and verify safety chocks are in place and operation of the dock plates.

• Previous Hilo driving experience preferred due to time constraints in meeting production and/or shipment requirements to customer.
• (There will be minimal Training on driving Hilo-must have previous experience of driving a Hilo).
• General education requirements: H.S. Diploma (including high school math and reading proficiency).
• Must be able to lift, twist, bend, squat, climb, stand and walk continuously in close, confined surroundings, as well as tolerate fumes and noise.
• Must be able to work mandatory OT as required 6-7 days per week.

This position description is not all-inclusive. This position is required to perform all other miscellaneous duties and functions as may be assigned. This includes working in all classifications that employee may be assigned to.

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”

“Lots of growth opportunity.”

“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”

Not just a job—a great place to work!

Flex‑N‑Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.