Forklift Operator

Bunzl Distribution; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Stand-up Forklift Operator/Receiving Associate to join their dynamic warehouse team in North Chicago. This role involves crucial responsibilities such as inspecting inbound shipments, operating forklifts safely, and maintaining a clean work environment. With a commitment to employee development and a supportive work culture, this company offers a variety of opportunities for growth within the organization. If you're a dependable team player with a passion for logistics and warehouse operations, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

401k with company match

Comfortable work environment

Competitive salaries

Full range of benefits

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift heavy objects up to 60-75 pounds.
• Previous experience in stand-up forklift operation is required.
• Strong attention to detail and dependability are essential.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and unload all inbound shipments, noting any damages.
• Operate an industrial forklift safely while retrieving and stacking products.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Stand-up Forklift Operation

Order Selector Operation

Attention to Detail

Computer Knowledge

Team Player

Self-starter

Job description

Steiner Industries, a division of Bunzl, is seeking a Stand-up Forklift Operator/Receiving Associate for our warehouse in the North Chicago area (60646). This position will perform a variety of functions that include receiving and processing incoming stock, organizing, and retrieving stock in the warehouse and other tasks as assigned.

At Bunzl, we know that our employees are our number one asset. We seek to recruit and retain the right people who are passionate about our business, and we provide opportunities for our employees so that they may progress within our company based on their talents, experiences, and their aptitude.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect and unload all inbound shipments, note, and report any damages and/or discrepancies on BOL
• Check in product against packing list, noting, and reporting any shortages/overages
• Turn in receiving paperwork to Receiving Clerk in a timely manner
• Must operate an industrial forklift in a safe and responsible manner
• Must be able to retrieve and stack product safely using appropriate equipment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Properly fill out Overstock paperwork and maintain accurate overstock
• Assist other warehouse workers in completing tasks as requested by the Warehouse Manager or immediate supervisor
• Applicant will be required to do random sampling for quality control inspection and fill out inspection records. Training will be provided, prior experience a plus.

Requirements:

• Must be able to lift heavy objects up to 60-75 pounds
• Previous stand-up forklift operation experience is required
• Previous order selector operation experience is required
• Computer knowledge with receiving related tasks
• Experience with handling receiving paperwork through the process
• Be a self-starter
• Must be dependable and a team player
• Strong attention to detail

So, what are you waiting for? A new career awaits you with endless opportunities.

Bunzl is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non-Food Retail, and Safety industries. We have grown both organically and through acquisitions to sales in excess of $10 billion. Bunzl North America is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Bunzl North America owns and operates more than 100 warehouses and serves all 50 states, Puerto Rico, Canada and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico. With more than5,000 employees and 400,000 plus supplies, Bunzl is regarded as a leading supplier in North America.

Bunzl Distribution offers competitive salaries, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match.

Bunzl Distribution has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is the established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status as provided by law.

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