Job Details
**Forklift/Tug Operator**
**Locations Hiring:**
Nissan Smyrna Manufacturing and Assembly Plant
**Job Type:**
**Job Description:**
Material Handler position in a fast paced warehouse operation supporting just in time delivery for an automotive manufacturing facility. Prefer a minimum of 2 years experience operating various types of forklift and tug material handling equipment. Prefer a self-starter who is hardworking, highly motivated and able to work under little supervision. Prefer an excellent communicator who is able to follow directions efficiently and provide feedback in a timely manner. You must have some basic computer skills. We are a highly customer focused organization; as a result, overtime is required to meet business needs.
The starting pay for off shift positions is $17.52/hr. and advances to $21.38/hr. We offer progressive wage increases with our hourly technicians receiving wage increases every six months until a top-out rate is reached. We also provide outstanding insurance benefits, a robust 401K program, paid vacation, and a pathway to Nissan employment. Apply today!
**Job Responsibilities include:**
* Load and unload freight using equipment in an efficient and safe manner.
* Move product to warehouse and/or production line areas with proper equipment.
* Efficiently stack and store material in designated area.
* Check or count freight for accuracy and/or damage.
* Perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking.
* Able to meet production standards.
* Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work environment.
* Perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.
* Ability to pay close attention to details and meet deadlines.
* Comply with OSHA standards, report all safety malfunctions on equipment and any unsafe conditions.
* Have some basic computer skills.
**Additional Requirements:**
* Available to work any shift, to include week-ends.
* Speak, read and write fluent English
* Have a verifiable stable work history
* Successfully complete Chemical screen and thorough background checks to include Criminal History and work history
* Able to lift up to 25 lbs
* Hard working with the ability to stay focused and pay attention to detail
* Safety conscious and able to work well with others
Submit Application Yates Services offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:
* Medical and Dental Coverage
* 401k Retirement benefits
* Paid vacations and holidays