Forklift Operator- 1st shift M-F 10am-6pm

Saddle Creek Logistics Services; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay with skill pay and shift...

Benefits package including medical, d

Medical employee-only premium less $10

HSA with employer contribution

Weekly 401(k) match

Vacation immediately upon hire

8 holidays per calendar year

Personal time after 90 days

EAP and identity theft protection

Tuition reimbursement

Company paid life insurance and short‑

Job summary

Saddle Creek Logistics Services is hiring Forklift Operators in Joliet, IL. You will load/unload, sort, stage, and transport products within a warehouse, following safety policies and procedures to ensure accurate handling and smooth operations. Competitive pay and benefits accompany a role that emphasizes teamwork and efficiency.

Base pay starts at $19.50–$20.00 per hour with a second shift differential of $1.50. Immediate eligibility for benefits is highlighted in the posted materials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 1 year experience operating a forklift.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently following site policies.
• Load/unload trailers, railcars, and transports to designated areas.
• Inspect inbound/outbound goods and ensure correct quantities.
• Use handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
• Perform daily equipment maintenance checks.
• Collaborate with teammates and keep the facility clean and orderly.
• Take on additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF equipment

WMS

Job description

Why Work for Saddle Creek?

Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse, friendly, and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider, we not only make a difference in our community but offer our associates opportunities to enhance their skills, build meaningful careers and end each day with a sense of accomplishment. If you’re looking for a family-oriented company that lives by its values and offers competitive pay and benefits, join our team today.

Benefits:

• Weekly pay with skill pay and shift differentials
• Benefits packageincluding medical, dental, vision and medical reimbursement
• Medical employee-only premium less than $10/week with wellness discounts
• HSA with annual employer contribution
• Weekly 401(k) match
• Vacation immediatelyupon hire
• 8 holidays per calendar year
• Personal time after 90 days
• EAP and identity theft protection
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company paid life insurance and short term disability

Pay in Joliet, IL:

• Base pay from $19.50-$20.00 per hour based on skills and experience
• 2nd Shift differential starting at $1.50

Summary

Forklift Operators are responsible for loading, unloading, sorting, staging and transporting products into and out of a warehouse. Individuals in this position must work cooperatively with other associates and productively with little supervision. Following company safety policies and procedures is of great importance to this position.

What You’ll Do** :**

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently, in accordance with company or site-specific safety policies and procedures.
• Load and unload trailers, railcars, order picking and transports to designated area.
• Check product on inbound/outbound to ensure that items and quantities are correct and there is no damage.
• Use handheld scanners/equipment for warehouse management system compliance.
• Perform daily maintenance inspections of equipment.
• Work cooperatively with other warehouse associates.
• Participate in keeping the facility maintained in a clean, neat, and orderly fashion.
• Additional duties assigned by supervisor.

What We Need from You** :**

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• Minimum of 1-year experience operating a forklift.
• Must be able to move and/or lift up to 50 pounds, and perform physically exerting tasks of the jobs in a warehouse environment that may be non-temperature controlled, meaning the indoor temperature fluctuates throughout each season.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation.
• Must be able to work overtime and adjust schedule as needed.

Helpful Experience (Not Required)****:

• Experience with RF equipment.
• Warehouse experience in a high-volume environment; experience in a food grade, refrigerated warehouse helpful.
• Familiarity with and ability to use order management systems such as WMS.
• Forklift certified.

Note that if you are viewing this posting on an external job board (such as Indeed, LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter, etc.), unless specifically stated in the posting, the provided salary estimates may not be accurate as they are not provided by Saddle Creek. Our recruiters look forward to speaking with you about your background, skills, and compensation requirements.

Saddle Creek is an Equal Opportunity employer and an Affinnative Action employer, as required by law.We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and existing associates and evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, color, religious creed, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), mental or physical disability, medical condition, military and veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, governmental regulations and executive orders. View the EEO poster here.View the E-Verify Posting here.

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