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Forklift Operator

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.
vision insurance, 401(k)
United States, Michigan, Oxford
Jan 29, 2025
At AAM, the POWER is in our people. We believe that an equitable and inclusive workplace benefits everyone, and that the diversity of our Associates drives creativity and innovation. Our global team is made of dreamers, doers and innovators who are Delivering POWER for a safer, brighter and more sustainable tomorrow. Job Posting Title Forklift Operator Job Description Summary We are looking for a forklift operator to move packages and materials around our facility. You will be operating a forklift with the utmost care to ensure efficiency and safety. You must be a responsible individual with great experience in driving industrial vehicles. The goal will be to ensure that material and products will always be at the right place to achieve maximum efficiency. Immediate openings available on second and third shift. Forklift Operator pay starts at $17.57 with a second-shift premium of 75 cents and a third-shift premium of 75 cents. Benefits include paid vacation, holidays, overtime, matching 401K, and health, dental, and vision insurance coverage. Associates are regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to handle or reach. These associates regularly lift and/or move parts that weigh between 15 and 35 lbs. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Job Description Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places Locate and movestock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies Transport raw materials to production workstations Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance Keep updated activity logs Align with company policies and legal guidelines Help maintain a safe and orderly environment of the facility Required Skills and Education Proven experience as forklift operator Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment High school diploma or GED General computer skills About AAM: As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit AAM.com. Why Join #TeamAAM: As a member of #TeamAAM, you'll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you'll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM...and the world. AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.