Forklift Operator

Surestaff, LLC; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Pay 18.50/hour

Weekly pay

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Temp-to-hire

Referral bonus

Job summary

SURESTAFF is hiring a Forklift Operator in Des Plaines, IL to support warehouse operations. You will help receive, process, and ship products accurately and on time in a fast-paced environment.

We offer a $100 sign-on bonus, pay $18.50/hour with weekly pay, and benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance. This temp-to-hire role requires safety-minded individuals who can lift up to 50 lbs and work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a stand-up forklift (required).
• Minimum 1 year of warehouse experience.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload inbound and outbound shipments
• Verify shipment accuracy (quantity & quality checks)
• Perform picking, packing, and labeling duties efficiently and safely
• Move and organize products within the warehouse
• Complete returns processing and required documentation
• Conduct basic equipment checks and routine maintenance
• Lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods

Skills

Stand-up forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Job description

SURESTAFF is hiring Forklift Operators for a well-established client in Des Plaines, IL. As a Forklift Operator, you’ll play a key role in warehouse operations—ensuring products are received, processed, and shipped accurately and on time. We’re looking for reliable, safety-focused individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and take pride in keeping operations running smoothly.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• $100 SIGN-ON BONUS
• Competitive pay: $18.50/hour
• Weekly pay (direct deposit or pay card)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Temp-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential
• $100 Unlimited Referral Bonus

Shift Available

1st & 2nd Shift

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload inbound and outbound shipments
• Verify shipment accuracy (quantity & quality checks)
• Perform picking, packing, and labeling duties efficiently and safely
• Move and organize products within the warehouse
• Complete returns processing and required documentation
• Conduct basic equipment checks and routine maintenance
• Lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a stand-up forklift (required)
• Minimum 1 year of warehouse experience
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Ability to work overtime as needed

Notice Regarding the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment Decisions

In accordance with state mandates, we are providing this notice to inform all applicants and employees that artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used at various stages of our employment processes. This may include recruitment, screening, hiring, promotion, or other employment-related evaluations. AI tools may assist in reviewing application materials, assessing qualifications, or supporting decision-making. These tools do not replace human judgment; rather, they are used to support consistent and efficient evaluation.