Forklift Operator

Atterro; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Optional 401(k) plan

Safety-focused warehouse environment

Job summary

Atterro in Joliet, IL is hiring a Forklift Operator to support warehouse and manufacturing operations. You will safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize materials throughout the facility, with emphasis on inventory accuracy and safe handling practices.

You will inspect equipment, replenish locations, assist shipping and receiving, and ensure efficient material movement. The role offers competitive pay and benefits, with opportunities for training and advancement

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts or other powered industrial equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to load, unload, move, stack, and organize palletized materials.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and safe equipment operation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; prior warehouse training beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize materials throughout warehouse and manufacturing operations.
• Inspect equipment before use and replenish inventory locations; support shipping and receiving.
• Verify product movement and maintain inventory accuracy; uphold safe, efficient material handling throughout the facility.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse safety procedures

Inventory identification

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Powered industrial truck training

Job description

Now hiring for a Forklift Operator
Location: Joliet, IL
Pay Rate: $19.50 - $20.50

Load Up on Opportunity: Forklift Operator Jobs for Go-Getters.

Looking for Forklift Operator jobs in Joliet where your equipment skills keep warehouse operations moving? This opportunity lets you safely transport materials, support inventory movement, and help maintain efficient warehouse and distribution operations.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse training or powered industrial truck training is beneficial.

Experience Requirements

• Experience operating forklifts or other powered industrial equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to load, unload, move, stack, and organize palletized materials.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to accurately identify inventory, shipping documentation, and storage locations.
• Strong attention to detail, dependable attendance, and commitment to workplace safety.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb on and off powered industrial equipment throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, move, or reposition materials weighing up to 50 pounds when required.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts in busy warehouse and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, equipment, and inventory while operating powered industrial vehicles.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Warehouse Environment with opportunities for advancement and continued equipment training.

What You Will Do

As a Forklift Operator you will safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize materials throughout warehouse and manufacturing operations. You will inspect equipment before use, replenish inventory locations, support shipping and receiving activities, verify product movement, maintain inventory accuracy, and help ensure safe, efficient material handling throughout the facility.

The Forklift Operator plays an important role in warehouse and manufacturing operations by operating forklifts to support inventory movement and material handling. This position requires strong spatial awareness, attention to detail, and safe operating practices.

Successful Forklift Operator candidates understand warehouse workflows, equipment inspections, inventory procedures, and safe material handling while supporting productive daily operations. Consistent performance contributes directly to warehouse efficiency.

This role rewards individuals who enjoy technical equipment operation.