Forklift Driver - Day Shift

Ferrero; Northlake (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Ferrero is hiring a Forklift Driver at our Northlake, IL facility. This position operates forklifts in a freezer environment, handling boxes and materials with safety and accuracy.

The role requires standing, lifting up to 50 lbs, and following standard procedures. The ideal candidate has at least one year of warehouse experience, basic computer entry skills, and the ability to work a 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM shift with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and follow instructions and policies.
• Basic arithmetic skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain quality standards, ensure labels are correct and products are selected accurately.
• Operate forklifts: standup, turrets, and pallet jacks.
• Move materials to the correct department within the warehouse.
• Follow safety guidelines as listed in the handbook.
• Work safely and efficiently.
• Sanitize lines and perform end-of-shift cleanup.
• Participate in ongoing training to enhance knowledge and skills.

Skills

Basic arithmetic

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Tools

Standup forklift

Turrets

Reach trucks

Job description

About the Role:

We have a current opening for a Forklift Driver and are actively reviewing applications.

Fannie May in Northlake, Illinois, is looking for an experienced forklift operator to move packages and materials throughout the facility. This location is a freezer facility, so the temperatures are lower than a normal warehouse. This individual will need at least one year of experience in a warehouse and will operate; standup forklift, turrets, and reach trucks.

Shift: 1st shift - 5:00A.M - 1:30P.M. Monday through Friday with overtime when needed.

Main Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ensuring proper quality standards are maintained, including all labels are appropriate and that all products are selected as accurately and efficiently as possible.
• Operate certain machinery; forklifts, stand forklifts, pallet jacks
• Move all required materials to the correct department within the warehouse
• Required to perform all duties in accordance with company safety guidelines listed in the company handbook.
• Expected to work safely, and efficiently.
• Responsible for line sanitation and ensuring proper clean up at the end of the shift.
• Participate in on-going training to enhance knowledge and skills.

About You:

Education or Experience

• High school Diploma or GED required
• Understanding of basic arithmetic, reading level to understand instructions, policies, and procedures.

Physical

• Lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, stooping, kneeling, walking, standing for extended periods, frequently repeated manual tasks.
• Ability to work in cold environment (45 degrees).

Computer Skills

• Basic computer entry for inventory control purposes

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

As part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.

Compensation Data

The base hourly rate for this position is $20.50 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.

In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits. Learn more about our benefits at https://www.ferrerocareers.com/us/en/our-benefits

About Ferrero

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.

DE&I at Ferrero

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.

Find out more here.

Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic.

Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.