Forklift Driver- 3rd Shift 10:00 pm - 6:30 am

Pretium Packaging; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA, FSA

401k Matching

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Referral Bonus: Up to $3000

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Pretium Packaging in Aurora, IL is seeking a Warehouse Associate to load, unload and move materials, and support inbound/outbound operations. This full-time role requires basic math and English skills; no prior experience is required, and forklift certification is preferred.

You will stage trailers, manage inventories, and ensure accurate UPS/FedEx shipments while keeping a clean, safe work environment. Starting pay is $18/hour with shift differential; we offer benefits and 401k matching.

Qualifications

• Basic arithmetic, spelling, English, and grammar proficiency.
• No prior experience required; up to 6 months on-the-job training.
• Must have forklift certification.
• Active, valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trailers, and dock trailers for loading.
• Set up trailers for customer delivery.
• Audit areas of warehouse to insure proper placement of materials.
• Check and track inventories to be sure materials are on hand.
• Participate in physical count for monthly and yearly inventory.
• Operate forklift and other warehouse equipment as needed.
• Handle UPS and FedEx shipments.
• Monitor finished goods and raw materials for damage.
• Matches receivables to purchase orders including all UPS.

Skills

Basic reading/writing/speaking English

Arithmetic basics

Reasoning

Computer basics

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift

Clamp truck

Tractor-trailer

Job description

Job Details

Description

SUMMARY

Load, unload and move materials to facilitate the receipt of supplies and shipment of product. An incumbent may or may not perform all of the duties listed below, dependent on the specific plant for which support is provided.

Essential Functions

Functions of the Job

• Load and unload trailers; move and dock trailers for loading.
• Set up trailers for customer delivery.
• Audit areas of warehouse to insure proper placement of materials.
• Check and track inventories to be sure materials are on hand.
• Participate in physical count for monthly and yearly inventory.
• Keep warehouse clean and free of debris.
• Inspect trailers (leaks, dirt, etc.).
• Handle UPS and FedEx shipments.
• Monitor finished goods and raw materials for damage; report and repair as needed.
• Matches receivables to purchase orders including all UPS.
• Preforms other related duties and special projects.

Marginal Functions

• Attend safety committee meetings.
• Perform warehouse maintenance tasks (sealing floor, redo aisles, row numbers).

Position Qualification Requirements

Education: Requires basic knowledge of arithmetic, spelling, English, and grammar; equivalent to a high school education.

Experience: No prior experience required. May entail up to 6 months on‑the‑job experience in order to gain sufficient skill to perform the requirements of the position.

Skills and Abilities

• Language: Perform reading, writing and speaking at a minimal level.
• Mathematical: Perform the basic functions of arithmetic; add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure.
• Reasoning: Ability to deal with problems involving standardized situations.
• Computer skills at a basic level.

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software And Work Aids, Which May Be Representative But Not All Inclusive Of Those Commonly Associated With This Position

Computer, printer, UPS and FedEx software, forklift, clamp truck, tractor‑trailer.

License(s)/Certification(s) Required: Forklift certification required.

Must have an active, valid driver's license

Physical/Visual Activities or Demands

• Standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing, carrying, reaching, grasping, talking, and hearing.
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more with peripheral vision and the ability to bring objects into sharp focus, to judge distance and space relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.
• Medium work – exert up to 15 pounds of force continuously and up to 40 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Work Conditions

Physical conditions include close proximity to moving mechanical parts and exposure to noise and dust. Occasional exposure to weather (moving trailers).

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job‑related instructions and to perform other job‑related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

"Commonly associated" is not intended to mean always or only. There are different experiences that suggest other ways or circumstances where reasonable changes or accommodations are appropriate.

All Activities, Demands, Conditions and Requirements are linked to Essential Job Functions unless marked with an asterisk, which denotes linkage only to marginal function(s).

Starting pay for this position is: $18/hr and shift differential pay.

What We Offer

Full time, direct hire position

Competitive salary

Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA

401k Matching, Life Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Referral Bonus: Up to $3000

Career Arching Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Collaborative work environment with a diverse team of professionals.