Forklift Operator

Staff Management | SMX; Illinois; On-site; USD 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual Dress Code

Paid Training

Weekly paychecks

Medical / Dental Insurance

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Join Staff Management | SMX at Flex-N-Gate in Effingham, IL, as a Forklift Operator. This full-time role offers a competitive pay range of $22.50 to $23.50 per hour.

You will transport packaging, maintain safety standards, and operate forklifts efficiently. Ideal candidates have 3-4 years of experience and must work overtime as needed.

The position includes benefits like medical and dental insurance, and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have 3-4 years of stand-up and sit-down forklift experience.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Good attendance is critical and must be willing to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Transport empty packaging and assist packaging process.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Deliver packaging and materials in a timely manner.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Mathematics

Communication skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Have the drive to succeed?Join the Staff Management | SMX team at Flex-N-Gate, a leading manufacturer, in the Effingham, IL, area as a Forklift Operator!

This is a full-time warehouse opportunity available for 2nd shift. Monday - Friday with overtime as needed. The ideal candidate must have 3-4 years of experience with stand-up and sit-down forklifts.

Perks & Benefits

• Casual Dress Code


• Paid Training


• Weekly paychecks


• Direct Deposit or Cash Card pay options


• Medical / Dental Insurance


• Advancement Opportunities


• $22.50-$23.50

Employment Type & Shifts

• Temp to Hire


• Full Time


• 2nd Shift

Job Responsibilities

Forklift Operators will have the following responsibilities and skills:

• Transport empty packaging to operators, move full packaging from designated areas, and provide assistance with packaging to press operators.


• Place full packaging in the proper areas in the plant or in the outside storage area. Must practice extremely safe driving habits at all times.


• Maintain a safe and clean work environment while complying with the departmental procedures regarding safety and environmental policies.


• Deliver packaging and materials in a timely and safe manner to the press operators.


• Ability to lift and carry up to 45 lbs.


• Constantly sitting while driving and operating a forklift to move product throughout the facility.


• Works inside and outside, moving product. May work in adverse weather (cold, heat, rain, etc.)


• Frequently climbs in and out of the forklift. Step height to first step is 20 inches; second step is 10 inches.


• Must be able to use both hands for safe operation of the forklift. Steering wheel with levers controlled by the right hand. Constant pedaling with the right foot.


• At least 50% of the driving of the forklift is backwards. The operator must have a full range of motion of the neck and spine so that the operator can look behind the forklift while driving backwards and up and down while moving product.


• The operator must change a 45-pound propane cylinder on the back of the forklift once per shift; height up to 50 inches.


• Ability to twist, bend, and reach


• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and able to work within deadlines


• High attention to detail and an organized approach


• Ability to work overtime, when required


• Must have 3-4 years of stand-up and sit-down forklift experience


• Good attendance is critical. Must be willing and able to work any shift, including overtime as needed, with little or no notice.


• Must be able to obtain and sustain a forklift license issued by Flex N Gate within 30 days and sustain an excellent driving record.


• Previous Shipping/Receiving experience preferred.


• Strong attention to detail and demonstrated good planning abilities.


• Proficient in mathematics, read and understand instructions.


• Good written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to work in a team environment to accomplish team goals

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Associate Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED


• Background Check


• Able to Lift 49 pounds


• Drug Test


• Must be at least 18 years old

The hourly rate for this position is anticipated between $22.50 - $23.50 per hour. This range is a good-faith estimate, based on the shift you work and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. In addition to monetary compensation, we offer medical, dental, vision, life, and more. More details about benefits can be found at https://flimp.live/trueblueassociates#home.

Staff Management | SMX is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, age, gender identification, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact your Recruiter or Employee Relations. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who reque