Vehicle Operator (Forklift Driver)

Responsibilities for this Position

Vehicle Operator (Forklift Driver)

US-IL-Marion

Job ID: 2024-32251
Type: Full Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Manufacturing and Production
Marion, IL

Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for a Vehicle Operator (Forklift Driver) to join our Marion, IL team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.

GD-OTS Marion offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental vision, 401k and many other benefits are available without a waiting period.

Summary:
This is an entry level position for production; Marion is a LAP Facility Load, Assemble and Pack. The ability to maintain a constant, quick, pace on an assembly line is required. Visual inspection skills are needed to spot imperfections in a finished, assembled, part.

Responsibilities

• Operating forklifts to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count product
• Moving product from storage facilities to production lines and individual bay needs
• Loading and unloading warehouse material
• Ensuring safe and efficient handling of goods and materials.
• Outside and inside work
• Use of walkie stackie and other pallet jacks when needed

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED OR equivalent combination of experience
• Possess a valid drivers license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Production experience (assembly and pack) is preferred
• Forklift expierence

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly with supervision and fellow employees
• Must have the ability to read and understand Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and safety signs and instructions
• Must be able to perform basic math
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Pre-employment background and medical screening will be required if selected for hire.
• Must be able to work all shifts and overtime, as required

Other Requirements:

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employees at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.

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