Truck Driver (Switcher)

Flex-N-Gate • Royal Oak, MI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.
FLEX |N| GATE - ROYAL OAK
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Truck Driver
GENERAL SUMMARY:
This person will already be an experienced Hilo driver and experienced Truck Driver with a four-wheel, semi-trailer or switcher and must be experienced in efficiently moving trailers of minimum 40 ft. from in/out of Docks to the Yard as needed/required each day.
This position also requires the safe operation of combustion or electrical powered industrial lift trucks (hi-lo) designed to safely lift, stack, load, unload, move and transport various materials, tools, equipment and/or products from one location to another location (also includes loading/unloading onto a trailer).

Requirements

• Valid Michigan Driver’s License.
• Must be able to safely perform in fast paced environment
• Previous experience in driving a Switcher (or Semi-Truck) and transferring trailers in/out of docks and yard.
• Valid Flex-N-Gate Forklift License.
• (Note: Must pass training to be considered for backup or posted position).
• Must have at least 2.0 points on Attendance Record.
• Must be able to stand, kneel, lift, twist, bend and walk continuously.
• Must be able to productively work in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift, twist, bend, squat, climb, stand and walk continuously in close, confined surroundings.
• Must be able to work mandatory OT as required 6-7 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Requires the driving and loading/unloading of trucks on company property with a Hilo and previous work experience of driving a switcher, four-wheel or semi-trailer trucks to move trailers from docks to yard as required by the Company.
• Handle all necessary paperwork.
• Driver must be able to follow written or verbal instructions of moderate complexity.
• Required to safely and efficiently operate Hilo’s and Switcher as required by the Company.
• Must oversee and assist in loading, unloading and securing all cargoes and handle all required shipping paperwork.
• Drivers in Shipping must keep area clean and safe, this includes the Yard for racks stacked at a safe height and put in designated areas.
• Must complete daily Hi-lo and Switcher checklist.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed