Forklift Operator

Job Summary

Unloading materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stacking them in assigned places. Locating and moving stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.

• Responsible for the receipt of all finished products.
• Safely operate all material handling equipment including forklifts and/or pallet movers.
• Support the materials handling process for production-related materials.
• Maintain an orderly and organized warehouse, develop, revise, and review documentation for all materials‑related activities.
• Weigh pallets and scrap when applicable.
• Shrink‑wrap finished products and set up floor warehouse pickup.
• Adhere to federal and state regulations.
• Adhere to all company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
• Predictable and reliable attendance.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid forklift certificate.
• Excellent hand‑eye coordination.
• Proficiency in operating technical machinery and RF scanners.
• Good physical condition.
• Mathematical aptitude.
• Good organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication.

• Focuses on Quality:
  Drives work results with a quality focus on actions and results.
• Decision Making & Analysis:
  Makes sound decisions based upon a mixture of data‑driven analysis, expertise, experience, and judgment; collects relevant information, seeks input from others, and identifies connections and/or root causes of problems.
• Continual Improvement:
  Displays a consistent orientation toward producing the highest quality products or services, while keeping a focus on sustainability. Constantly looking for incremental improvements in work processes and results.
• Takes Initiative:
  Exhibits strong drive for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
• Working Safely:
  Demonstrates safe behaviors. Aware of potential risks and threats in the workplace.
• Delivers Results:
  Achievement‑oriented, feeling a sense of urgency to reach goals on time, if not before.
• Teamwork:
  Works cooperatively with others to accomplish team goals and organizational objectives.

• Ability to adjust focus, especially due to concentration on a computer screen.
• The noise level in the work environment can be moderately loud.
• Able to complete physically demanding work.
• Visual acuity to follow hand signals, maintain logs and inspect and maintain machinery.
• Able to work in confined spaces.
• Must be able to bend, lift, stretch, stoop, push, pull, stand, and carry as needed to inspect, service, and operate machinery, equipment, and gauges.
• Must work rotating shift schedule; may need to work overtime in emergencies.
• Must be able to maintain attention for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Must have good hand/eye coordination.
• Ability to maintain single‑task focus and situational awareness.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather, including extremely hot and extremely cold temperatures.
• The ability to wear personal protective gear correctly most of the day.

• Paid time off includes 4 weeks, 15 holidays, and parental leave.
• 100% company‑paid medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) offerings.
• Company provided 401(K) savings plan with immediately vested matching contributions to help you save for retirement.
• Voluntary benefit offerings.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee referral program.
• Employee development and career growth opportunities.

American Battery Solutions Inc. (“ABS”) is a manufacturer of advanced batteries for commercial, fleet, and industrial on‑and off‑road vehicles. Located in the heart of the U.S. automotive region with facilities in Michigan and Ohio. In 2023, ABS was acquired by Komatsu, a world leader in construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment in support of Komatsu’s 2050 carbon neutrality goal. ABS continues to operate as an independent entity serving Komatsu applications while continuing to expand…