Forklift Operator

Walker SCM; Plainfield, Gateway Drive (IL, MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in logistics is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator to ensure the smooth day-to-day operations of finished goods. This role involves operating powered industrial trucks, performing equipment checks, and maintaining a safe working environment. The ideal candidate will have forklift certification and a strong commitment to safety and efficiency. Join a team that values personal attention and reliability while contributing to a dynamic logistics operation that supports multi-national service. If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• Forklift certification per OSHA standards with 1-3 years experience.
• Good math, language, and reading skills required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day operations and coordination of finished goods.
• Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Attention to Detail

Basic Math Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Powered Industrial Trucks

Job description

Overview

About Us

Walker SCM, LLC company, brings an experienced team approach to multi-national logistics service. We provide superior products without sacrificing the small firm attributes that have distinguished our firm since its inception - personal attention, expertise, and reliability. We are a 3PL provider of assembly and contract packaging services and the associated warehousing, distribution, procurement, and transportation services.

Summary

You will be responsible for the day to day operations, documentation and coordination of all finished goods. Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas within the facility.

Responsibilities

1. Forklift Certified and able to drive Stand-Up and Sit-Down forklift.
2. Checking loads are secure.
3. Performing daily equipment checks such as recharging the truck’s battery and pre-trip inspections.

Qualifications

1. Forklift certification per OSHA standards (the minimum level of direct experience in a similar position) 1-3 years.
2. High School diploma or equivalent.
3. Good math, language and reading skills; basic computer skills may be required.
4. High degree of attention required to prevent injury to others; promote a safe work environment.
5. Follow instructions for operating equipment safely.
6. Execute assignments in an accurate, timely and safe manner.
7. Maintain a clean & safe environment.
8. The forklift operator requires satisfactory completion of a forklift training program.
9. Regularly sitting or standing on a powered industrial truck.
10. Frequently lift up to 40 pounds and adjust body position to bend, stoop, stand, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for long periods of time if on the stand up lift.
11. Having a good sense of balance.
12. Having good eye-hand-foot coordination.
13. Ability to assess weights and judge distances and heights.

Pay Range

USD $18.47 - USD $18.47 /Hr.