Manufacturing Driver & Production Assistant (Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm)

Vocational Guidance Services
$18.00 - $19.00 Hourly
United States, Ohio, Cleveland
Oct 13, 2026
Description Location: Driving throughout Cuyahoga County and Lorain Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Status: Nonexempt Vocational Guidance Services (VGS) changes lives and strengthens our communities through services that educate, empower, and provide the opportunity to earn a paycheck! VGS is a highly acclaimed, successful, private, not-for-profit 501(c)(3) vocational rehabilitation agency with over 135 years of dedicated experience serving persons with disabilities or other barriers to employment. We are currently seeking a Driver that will be responsible for performing the following job duties: The Driver will assist with shipping/receiving by using a forklift and related material handling equipment. Perform specific job duties as assigned by the coordinator. These include palletizing, delivery and pickup. Work with Operations Management to coordinate daily activity. Oversee logistics, all in-bound & out-bound and inter-company/ facility transfers of materials. Drive products between VGS and customers. Properly distribute weight and secure cargo using tie-down straps, load bars, chains, or shrink wrap to prevent damage or shifting during transit. Pick up raw materials, components, or tooling from suppliers and deliver them to the VGS manufacturing locations to keep production lines running. Work with customers to arrange pickup of materials & organize return/ delivery of finished product. Communicate work status with customers and adhere to customers' production schedules. Make sure all paperwork is submitted and/or transferred between appropriate parties. Take regular inventory of materials and notify the coordinator when it is necessary to order materials. Maintain a clean work area. This includes putting things away at the end of the day and/or when the job is complete such as tools, parts, etc. Assist with shipping and receiving by using a forklift and related material handling equipment. Perform specific job duties as assigned, including assembly, inspection, sorting, and packaging. Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the delivery vehicle, checking tires, brakes, fluid levels, lights, and safety equipment. Ensure the vehicle is fueled, maintain interior/exterior cleanliness, and promptly report any mechanical issues or required maintenance to management Able to lift 50 pounds. Regular attendance. Qualifications High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and related experience and/or training. Great communication and maintain high level of respect with customers, staff and participants. Works safely so as not to cause injury to yourself or others. Follow all directions regarding safety, quality, production, etc. Able to work without constant direct supervision. Able to operate a forklift, elevator, and other material handling equipment safely. Able to lift 50 pounds Vocational Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability & Veterans.