Forklift Operator

Crate and Barrel; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Crate and Barrel is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator for its distribution center in Naperville, Illinois. In this role, you will utilize material handling equipment to ensure the efficient movement of furniture and houseware products.

Your daily tasks will include stock handling, safety checks, and maintaining accurate inventory while adhering to safety guidelines. A commitment to teamwork and a passion for delivering exceptional customer satisfaction is essential.

Qualifications

• Basic English Language proficiency.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Attention to detail.
• 1+ year of operating power industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Use materials handling equipment to stock and move merchandise.
• Ensure safe operation of equipment to protect merchandise and facilities.
• Perform safety checks on lifts and report damages.
• Maintain accurate inventory and address discrepancies.
• Handle routine equipment servicing.
• Engage in general housekeeping tasks.
• Rotate through different departments as needed.
• Participate in ongoing technology training.
• Complete tasks assigned to meet productivity and quality goals.

Skills

Basic English Language proficiency

Good communication skills

Ability to work in a team environment

Attention to detail

Operating power industrial equipment

Job description

As a vital member of our team, the Forklift Operator plays a crucial role in the efficient movement of furniture and/or houseware products. You'll expertly utilize material handling equipment (including forklifts, reach trucks, and stock pickers) to stock, retrieve, lift, carry, move, and precisely position merchandise throughout our dynamic distribution center. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is deeply committed to safety and passionate about delivering exceptional customer satisfaction.

A day in the life as a Forklift Operator...

• Uses materials handling equipment to stock, retrieve, lift, carry, move, and position merchandise or materials stored on various levels throughout the warehouse/crossdock
• Responsible for the safe operation of equipment to ensure no damage to merchandise, equipment, or facilities
• Performs safety checks on lifts, reporting any damage prior to start and end of shift
• Maintains accurate inventory and reports any discrepancies
• Performs all routine equipment servicing including, but not limited to attaching a battery charger, replenishing fuel, and checking for safety of operations
• Cleans up and disposes boxes, packing material, and pallets, as well as general housekeeping of facility and specific product line areas
• Rotates through different departments, as necessary, to meet the demands of the business
• Participates in ongoing training regarding technology upgrades and new systems applicable to the position
• Performs all job tasks assigned by the leadership staff to achieve and maintain daily productivity and quality goals

What you'll bring to the table...

• Basic English Language proficiency
• Possess a complete understanding of training and communication resources relevant to the position
• Maintains an awareness of loss prevention, security and safety following the guidelines as outlined in the Company Code of Conduct and Associate Policy manuals
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Attention to detail

We'd love to hear from you if you have...

• 1+ year of operating power industrial equipment