Forklift Operator

Crate & Barrel; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Crate & Barrel in Naperville, IL seeks a Forklift Operator to move furniture and houseware efficiently using forklifts, reach trucks, and stock pickers. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced distribution center with daily tasks across departments.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year operating power industrial equipment, strong communication, and a willingness to learn new systems and safety procedures. On-site role with a focus on reliability.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of operating power industrial equipment.
• Basic English language proficiency to communicate safely.
• Commitment to safety and following procedures.
• Ability to follow directions and maintain accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Stock, retrieve, lift, carry, move, and position merchandise using equipment.
• Operate equipment safely to prevent damage to goods and facilities.
• Perform safety checks on lifts before and after shifts.
• Maintain accurate inventory and report discrepancies.
• Service and top-up equipment as required and keep areas clean.
• Rotate through departments to meet business needs.
• Participate in ongoing training on new systems and technologies.
• Complete tasks to meet daily productivity and quality goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Power equipment operation

English proficiency

Tools

Forklift

Reach truck

Stock picker

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