First Shift Material Handler & Forklift Operator

Welch Packaging Group; Bridgeview (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Welch Packaging Group in Bridgeview, IL is seeking a Material Handler to operate forklift equipment, unload and receive raw materials, and keep the warehouse organized.

You will work with bander and conveyor lines, perform safety checks, and collaborate with shipping and production teams to maintain smooth operations.

Candidates should have forklift experience, pass training, and be able to read English; physical demands include lifting up to 75 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Prior forklift experience is required.
• Must pass basic forklift and clamp truck training.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to read tape measures and perform basic calculations.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and bander equipment to company standards.
• Receive raw materials and load/unload trucks.
• Keep warehouse organized and assist other teams.
• Perform daily forklift inspections per OSHA.
• Enter maintenance requests as needed and communicate issues.

Skills

Forklift experience

Clamp truck training

English literacy

Reading tape measures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Welch Packaging Group in Bridgeview, IL is seeking a Material Handler to operate forklift equipment, unload and receive raw materials, and keep the warehouse organized.

You will work with bander and conveyor lines, perform safety checks, and collaborate with shipping and production teams to maintain smooth operations.

Candidates should have forklift experience, pass training, and be able to read English; physical demands include lifting up to 75 pounds.