Cold Storage High-Reach Forklift Operator, 1st Shift

Torrey Holistics; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Employment Solutions Plus, Inc. is hiring a High-Reach Forklift Operator for a cold storage setting in Niles, IL. The role focuses on safe reach-truck operation, moving cases and pallets, and supporting the warehouse and production teams.

It is a full-time, first-shift position requiring 2+ years of reach truck experience, reliability, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Candidates must work safely in a cooler and maintain organized work areas.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of hands-on reach truck experience.
• Reliable attendance and consistent work history.
• Comfort working in a cooler environment and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Availability for 1st shift (6:00 AM–2:00 PM).

Responsibilities

• Operate a reach truck safely to move cases and pallets in warehouse and cooler.
• Pick individual cases and full pallets with accuracy and speed.
• Load, unload, and stage product in designated locations.
• Support production and warehouse teams with timely material flow.
• Follow food safety and warehouse safety procedures without exception.
• Keep aisles, equipment, and work areas clean and organized.

Skills

Reach truck experience

Reliability

Cooler environment

Lifting 50 lbs

First shift availability

Job description

Nexus Employment Solutions Plus, Inc. is hiring a High-Reach Forklift Operator for a cold storage setting in Niles, IL. The role focuses on safe reach-truck operation, moving cases and pallets, and supporting the warehouse and production teams.

It is a full-time, first-shift position requiring 2+ years of reach truck experience, reliability, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Candidates must work safely in a cooler and maintain organized work areas.