Forklift Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; West Dundee (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision/Eyewear plan

IL Paid Leave Hours

401k

Life insurance

Prescription drug reimbursement

Short-term disability

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to support warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment. The role involves operating a sit-down forklift, material handling, order fulfillment, and assisting in various warehouse areas.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of sit-down forklift experience, strong English communication, and good organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of sit-down forklift experience.
• Previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Strong organizational skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting up to ~65 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift safely and efficiently.
• Pick orders and prepare materials for shipment.
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Perform cycle counting and inventory-related tasks.
• Assist with warehouse operations involving light and heavy lifting.

Skills

Sit-down forklift experience

Warehouse experience

English communication

Organizational skills

Stamina for lifting

Job description

City and State: West Dundee, IL

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Pay Rate: $18.00/hour

Schedule/Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (overtime available when needed and voluntary)

Employment Type: Evaluation-to-Hire

Summary

Seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to support warehouse operations in a fast-paced, clean, and organized environment. This position involves operating a sit-down forklift, material handling, order fulfillment, and assisting in various warehouse areas as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift safely and efficiently.
• Pick orders and prepare materials for shipment.
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Perform cycle counting and inventory-related tasks.
• Assist with warehouse operations involving both light and heavy lifting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of sit-down forklift experience.
• Previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Strong organizational skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting and walking, including lifting up to approximately 65 lbs.

Benefits

• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision/Eyewear plan
• IL Paid Leave Hours
• 401k
• Life insurance
• Prescription drug reimbursement
• Short-term disability
• Referral bonuses