Forklift & EPJ Operator — Flexible Hours, Immediate Start

Randstad USA; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401K plan

Dental insurance

Job summary

Randstad USA in Buffalo Grove, IL is seeking safety-focused personnel to operate powered pallet handling equipment (EPJ/walkie rider) in high-volume distribution centers. The role emphasizes rapid, controlled transport of inventory and strict adherence to traffic patterns.

Qualified candidates will demonstrate PIT proficiency and perform pre-shift inspections, while ensuring correct pallet wrapping, labeling, and staging for shipment or putaway. Flexible hours and competitive pay offered.

Qualifications

• Successful performance on a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Test.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate an electric pallet jack (EPJ), walkie rider, or powered pallet truck to move large volumes of palletized goods and finished product.
• Execute rapid and controlled transport of inventory between receiving docks, storage areas, and staging lines, adhering to strict traffic control patterns.
• Utilize the EPJ to load and unload trailers and containers, ensuring proper pallet placement and load security to prevent damage during transport.
• Perform daily pre-shift equipment inspections (OSHA checklist) to ensure the EPJ is safe and functional, promptly reporting any mechanical issues.
• Assist in general material handling and ensure pallets are correctly wrapped, labeled, and staged for shipment or putaway.

Skills

PIT Test

Tools

Electric pallet jack (EPJ)

Job description

Randstad USA in Buffalo Grove, IL is seeking safety-focused personnel to operate powered pallet handling equipment (EPJ/walkie rider) in high-volume distribution centers. The role emphasizes rapid, controlled transport of inventory and strict adherence to traffic patterns.

Qualified candidates will demonstrate PIT proficiency and perform pre-shift inspections, while ensuring correct pallet wrapping, labeling, and staging for shipment or putaway. Flexible hours and competitive pay offered.