Forklift Operator

Manpower Group (USA); Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Manpower Group (USA) is seeking a Forklift Operator for a leading logistics and manufacturing client in Illinois. The role supports shipping, receiving, and inventory management in a warehouse setting, with a night shift from 9pm to 6am and a pay rate of $22.11 per hour.

The ideal candidate demonstrates safety focus, attention to detail, and teamwork, with proven forklift operation skills, ability to read documents, and basic computer literacy.

Qualifications

• Certified forklift operator
• Experience with safety procedures and PPE
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and shipping/receiving documents
• Basic computer literacy to operate warehouse systems
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety practices, PPE, and PIT/PED protocols
• Read and interpret work orders and shipping/receiving documents
• Monitor conveyor lines and load units into trailers or storage
• Check load tags and unit counts for accuracy
• Inspect finished units for damage and proper strap security during loading

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Reading measuring devices

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Tools

Certified forklift operator

Job description

Our client, a leading logistics and manufacturing organization, is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team. As a Forklift Operator, you will be part of the warehouse operations supporting shipping, receiving, and inventory management. The ideal candidate will demonstrate attention to detail, safety consciousness, and teamwork, which will align successfully in the organization.

Pay Range:

$22.11

Shift:

9pm - 6am

What's the Job?

• Comply with established safety practices, policies, and procedures including PPE, ZES, PIT/PED safety protocols
• Read and interpret factory work orders and shipping/receiving documents to understand customer requirements
• Monitor conveyor lines, remove units, and load units into trailers or storage areas
• Check load tags and unit counts to ensure accuracy
• Inspect finished units for damage and proper strap security during loading

What's Needed?

• Proven success in safety, attendance, and quality of work
• Certified ability to operate a forklift safely
• Ability to accurately use and read measuring devices
• Knowledge of general computer operation
• Ability to learn quickly, follow instructions, ask questions, and work effectively as part of a team

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment
• Gain valuable experience in warehouse operations
• Be part of a team committed to safety and quality
• Potential for growth within the organization
• Work with a dedicated and professional team

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)