Forklift Driver

Kids for the Future; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future in Elgin, IL is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to move merchandise and pallets within the warehouse, loading and unloading from trucks. This full-time role requires safety PPE and adherence to procedures.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and 1–3 years forklift experience; must lift up to 35 lbs, push/pull 50 lbs, and stand for long periods. Base pay is $22.00 per hour with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1–3 years of forklift or warehouse experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds and push/pull 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklift to move merchandise, pallets, and heavy items within the warehouse.
• Follow all safety rules and wear PPE at all times.
• Conduct daily pre-inspection of forklift and report issues to supervisor.
• Transport materials to and from loading docks, trucks, and storage areas.
• Secure loads and ensure pallets are not overloaded.
• Dispose of waste materials and keep work areas clean and organized.
• Report problems with materials or transportation to supervisor.

Skills

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Flexibility

People skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

• Location 300 Corporate Dr.,Elgin, IL, 60123,United States
• Base Pay $22.00 - $22.00 / Hour

Description

The Forklift Operator will use a sit-down industrial forklift machine to move merchandise, pallets of product and heavy merchandise within the warehouse work area including loading and unloading merchandise off and on a truck, plus will accomplish various additional materials handling assignments.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Follows all safety rules for warehouse including wearing of PPE – steel toe shoes, safety vest, gloves, safety glasses and hearing protection at all times.


• Conducts daily pre-inspection of forklift prior to operating it, documents and escalates mechanical or electrical concerns to General Manager, services equipment as needed.


• Identifies and transports requested materials to and from various locations including loading docks, trucks, and storage areas.


• Obtains production schedule and/or shipping orders and then identifies, verifies, and transports requested raw materials, equipment, or processing materials accordingly.


• Applies understanding of machine loading capacity ensuring the load is secured and pallets are not overloaded.


• Uses protective materials and strapping equipment to protect and secure loads; once delivered, removes strapping and wrapping, then safely disposes of waste materials in designated containers or areas.


• Reports any problems with materials or transportation to supervisor.


• Manages and piles drums, skids, pallets, and other supplies in specified areas.


• Cleans and prepares specific areas of work site as assigned. This may include cleaning up debris, and trash, or removing materials such as cardboard, shrink wrap and pallets.


• Immediately reports all accidents and near accidents to Manager.


• Performs other related duties as requested and related to working on and off the forklift.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal communication skills. Ability to listen to, understand, and follow directions.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Ability to remain flexible as specific assignments change.


• Ability to work with a variety of personalities

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• At least 1-3 years of driving a forklift or warehouse experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.


• Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 pounds and push and/or pull 50-pound loads at a time.


• Must be able to stand and walk up to eight hours a day.

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

• Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.


• Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 pounds and push and/or pull 50-pound loads at a time.


• Must be able to stand and walk up to eight hours a day.