Forklift Driver - 2nd Shift

ITW; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

ITW in Illinois is seeking a warehouse forklift operator to safely move, store, and route totes, skids, and parts. You will prep daily truck routes, inspect forklifts, and keep docks clean.

This role requires 3+ years forklift experience, 1+ year in manufacturing/warehouse, and strong communication and basic computer skills. The job offers weekend/overtime flexibility, team collaboration, and opportunities to grow.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience with industrial forklift trucks (automotive industry preferred).
• 1+ years’ experience in a manufacturing/warehouse environment.
• Must have strong communications skills both verbal and written, along with good organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Experience driving/operating a forklift is required.
• Must have ability to pay close attention to detail for accuracy.
• Motivated to grow and develop skills for advancement.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule which includes weekends and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper storage in the warehouse of totes, skids, parts, plus arranging shipments to the designated areas for loading of daily truck routes.
• Ensure product is safely and properly moved and stored as needed
• Group all empty boxes from warehouse, stack wooden skids safely, shrink wrap and put in racks
• Assist in other areas of warehouse as needed.
• Ensure all product is put away in areas of assigned designation by shift
• Setup parts for daily truck routes
• Complete daily forklift inspections
• Keep dock clean, neat, and organized – inside and outside of location
• Completes any work duties as assigned

Skills

Forklift operation

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Flexibility with schedule

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description:

Role Summary:

Ensure proper storage in the warehouse of totes, skids, parts, plus arranging shipments to the designated areas for loading of daily truck routes.

Job Description

• Ensure product is safely and properly moved and stored as needed
• Group all empty boxes from warehouse, stack wooden skids safely, shrink wrap and put in racks
• Assist in other areas of warehouse as needed.
• Ensure all product is put away in areas of assigned designation by shift
• Setup parts for daily truck routes
• Complete daily forklift inspections
• Keep dock clean, neat, and organized – inside and outside of location
• Completes any work duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience with industrial forklift trucks – automotive industry preferred
• High school diploma or GED or work equivalent required
• 1+ years’ experience in a manufacturing/warehouse environment required
• Must have strong communications skills both verbal and written, along with good organizational skills required
• Basic computer skills
• Experience driving/operating a forklift required
• Must have ability to pay close attention to detail for accuracy
• Motivated to grow and develop skills for advancement
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule which includes weekends and overtime
• Must be self-motivated and able to work in a team environment

Additional information

ITW offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including competitively priced medical and dental coverage the first of the month following hire, free life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and immediate 401k matching. Additional retirement savings contribution (above and beyond 401k) is awarded at no cost after one year.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 65 lbs.
• Experience driving/operating a forklift a plus
• Must be able to push, pull, lift, bend, reach, stoop, kneel and stand the majority of a full shift

ITW Body & Fuelis an equal opportunity, equal employment, affirmative action employer. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is welcome to contribute their unique talents and ideas. We encourage applications from females, males, disabled/protected or other veterans, persons with disabilities, all races and ethnicities, sexual orientations and gender identities. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable persons with disabilities to apply and to perform the essential job functions.

Compensation Information:

$21-$27

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.