1st Shift Forklift Operator/Material Handler, Tuesday-Friday 7am-5pm

Pioneer Metal Finishing is the leading surface engineering company in North America. For over 75 years, we’ve delivered consistent, quality metal finishing solutions for mission-critical applications. Our advanced surface modification technologies and scalable execution improve the performance of mission-critical products and enhance brand value for companies in the healthcare, aerospace, automotive, and industrial markets. We encourage you to learn more about opportunities with Pioneer Metal Finishing and join our team today!

Job Summary

Assist in all the logistical work of bringing parts, paperwork, and tooling in small quantities to work areas and minimize work-in-process inventories to eliminate waste while providing excellent customer service.

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Reports any discrepancies or damage to the team leader or supervisor
• Reacts to and expedites rush orders and other conditions that affect work output
• Displays prompt and accurate delivery of parts, paperwork, and/or tooling to designated areas via forklift, handcart, or manually
• Helps in production to rack, un-rack, and pack as needed and workload dictates
• Checks product to paperwork
• Keeps work area and equipment clean, safe, and orderly
• Assist with keeping all tooling, material storage, and production areas in a neat and orderly condition
• Works safely at all times and complies with safety regulations
• Offers suggestions relative to improvements on methods, procedures, housekeeping, safety, etc.
• Operates all material handling equipment in a manner that ensures the utmost safety of all employees
• Performs other miscellaneous job duties and related functions as needed

Work Environment

• Sharp parts, sharp tooling, heavy carts, occasional hot and cold temperature and humidity levels, heat from ovens, moderate noise levels, limited hand and air tool use, compressed air
• Repetitive lifting up to 50 lbs. unassisted
• Various chemicals used in process

Education/Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required
• Must possess basic math skills
• Ability to read, comprehend and write English on documents such as work orders, safety instructions and dispositions of parts.
• Ability to speak English sufficiently to allow for adequate communications in emergencies and to allow for effective cooperation with team mates.

We offer the following benefits to All Employees immediately upon hire:

• Next-Day Pay: Don’t wait for payday; access your daily pay the next day!
• Quarterly Incentive Program: Paid based on hours worked and business results
• Paid company holidays
• Shift Differentials for 2^nd and 3^rd shift
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• On-the-Job Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Fun Recognition Events and more!

Full-Time Employees (30 + hours per week) may participate in the following benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Eligibility begins on the 1^stof the month, following your start date)
• Sick/Vacation Time Off: 80 Hours earned in your first year
• Access to Garner Incentive or a Health Savings Account up to $3,000 annually
• 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 2% of bi-weekly contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Additional benefits for employee purchase: life insurance, critical illness, voluntary accident, and accidental death & dismemberment
• LiveHealth Online, virtual doctor visits