Forklift Operator

Surestaff, LLC; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Electronic weekly pay

Employee advocacy & personalized job支持

Job summary

Surestaff is seeking Forklift Operators in Elgin, IL to safely operate elevated order-picking equipment (Cherry Picker/Stand-Up Reach Truck) for selecting, staging, and loading packaging, shipping, and industrial supplies.

This temp-to-hire role offers competitive pay and a benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision). Shifts include 6am-2:30pm, 8:30am-5pm, and 9:30pm-6am with corresponding hourly rates.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of recent experience operating an electric Cherry Picker / Order Picker in a warehouse environment.
• OSHA Forklift/Cherry Picker certification preferred.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs regularly throughout the shift.
• Previous experience using handheld RF scanners and basic WMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Cherry Picker (Order Picker) at elevated heights to pick cases and full pallets of inventory.
• Accurately pick orders using RF scanners, pick tickets, or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Conduct cycle counts, stock replenishment, and put-away tasks while maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Assist with staging, pallet wrapping, loading, and unloading shipments as needed.
• Perform daily pre-shift inspections on equipment; adhere to all OSHA guidelines, harness/harness-tether protocols, and facility safety procedures.

Skills

RF scanners

Cherry Picker operation

OSHA certification (preferred)

Lift 50 lbs

Education

OSHA Forklift/Cherry Picker certification (preferred)

Tools

WMS

RF Scanners

Job description

SURESTAFF is immediately hiring Forklift Operators (Cherry Pickers) for a large, well-known client in Elgin, IL. As a Forklift Operator, you will safely operate elevated order-picking equipment (Cherry Picker/Stand-Up Reach Truck) to select, stage, and load packaging, shipping, and industrial supplies.

SURESTAFF is invested in their team members! All Temp-To-Hire employees are offered competitive compensation as well as a benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).

Availability Shifts

• 6am - 2:30pm, M-F - $18.58
• 8:30am - 5pm, M-F - $18.58
• 9:30pm - 6am, M-Th - $20.83

Responsibilities of the Forklift Operator

• Safely operate a Cherry Picker (Order Picker) at elevated heights to pick cases and full pallets of inventory.
• Accurately pick orders using RF scanners, pick tickets, or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Conduct cycle counts, stock replenishment, and put-away tasks while maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Assist with staging, pallet wrapping, loading, and unloading shipments as needed.
• Perform daily pre-shift inspections on equipment; adhere to all OSHA guidelines, harness/harness-tether protocols, and facility safety procedures.

Required Qualifications of the Forklift Operator

• Minimum 1 year of recent experience operating an electric Cherry Picker / Order Picker in a warehouse environment.
• OSHA Forklift/Cherry Picker certification preferred.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs regularly throughout the shift.
• Previous experience using handheld RF scanners and basic WMS systems.

About Surestaff

At Surestaff, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle.

Benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us

• Access to a wide range of job opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
• Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions
• Electronic weekly pay
• Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support

Surestaff also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs.

Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer.

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