Forklift operator

Jobandtalent; North Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Job&Talent in North Aurora is hiring a Forklift Operator to support a busy warehouse operation. You will safely operate stand‑up forklifts, load and unload pallets, and help maintain accurate inventory movement to meet delivery timelines.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year forklift experience, can lift up to 75 lbs, holds a valid driver’s license, and can work full‑time with a flexible overnight schedule (Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday). Pay ranges from $23.00 to $25.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of stand‑up forklift experience.
• Knowledge of logistics and inventory control methods.
• Ability to read orders and count items across locations.
• Able to lift up to 75 lbs and work safely around equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate stand‑up forklifts within the warehouse.
• Inspect loads for accuracy and ensure timely deliveries.
• Load and unload pallets, skids, and boxes.
• Secure materials for transport to designated areas.
• Control forks and hoists to move materials.
• Complete requisitions with efficiency and safety.

Skills

Supply chain knowledge

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Safety awareness

Reading orders

Job description

Forklift operator - North Aurora

At Job&Talent, we are recruiting for a Forklift operator to work with a leading logistics company in North Aurora. This role is essential for maintaining the efficiency of our warehouse operations, ensuring that materials are moved safely and accurately to support timely deliveries.

Shift patterns

• Sunday to Thursday 6:00pm to 4:30am
• Tuesday to Saturday 6:00pm to 4:30am

Pay rates

• 23.00 - 25.00 USD hourly

Essential requirements for Forklift operator

• Knowledge of Logistical Supply Chain methods and inventory control
• Previous experience with stand up forklifts (more than 1 year required)
• Experience with pallet wrap machines, reach trucks, cherry pickers, and other material handling equipment
• Ability to read and understand orders and count different products stored in different areas and layers
• Must be able to lift and move up to 75 lbs. throughout the shift when necessary
• Valid Driver License
• Must have dependable transportation to and from the job site
• Must be able to work a full-time but flexible schedule

Role for Forklift operator

• Safely operate industrial trucks and machinery within the facility
• Inspect product loads for accuracy and ensure timely delivery
• Manually or mechanically load and unload materials from pallets, skids, and boxes
• Account for and secure materials or products for transport to designated areas
• Control levers and operating devices, such as forks and hoists, to load, transport, and stack materials
• Complete all requisitions with prompt, efficient, and safe outcomes

Location

North Aurora. This position is based in a busy industrial facility.

This is an amazing opportunity if you are looking for Forklift operator jobs in North Aurora. Sign your contract with Job&Talent for some great working benefits and professional stability.