Forklift Operator - 3RD Shift

Pure's Food Specialties, LLC.; Broadview (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401k Plan

Short-term disability

Paid holidays & leave

Job summary

Pure's Food Specialties, LLC. seeks a reliable Forklift Operator for the third shift in our Illinois warehouse. You will move goods, load and unload, and maintain accurate inventory using RF scanners and adhere to safety standards.

Candidates should have 1–3 years of certified forklift experience, be able to read labels in English, and prefer sit-down forklift and pallet jack experience. We offer healthcare, 401k, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of certified forklift experience.
• Preferred sit-down forklift and pallet jack experience.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to communicate and read labels in English (Bilingual preferred).

Responsibilities

• Monitors and maintains inventory.
• Organize and secure materials, such as boxes, bales, pallets, and super stacks.
• Pick orders from inventory using a pick sheet.
• Shrink wrap pallets to prepare them for shipping.
• Weigh products and/or loads and record weight.
• Move hazardous materials.
• Report any faulty equipment, damage to racks, or other potential safety hazards.
• Maintain a clean work area.
• Analyze production schedules to determine movement, deliveries, and material requirements.
• Maintain equipment by cleaning, oiling, recharging, refueling, etc.
• Consult and coordinate with manager, employees, other departments, and equipment manufacturers regarding loading and unloading operations.
• Prepare, present and/or approve bill of ladings.
• Check-in and approve new shipments.
• Perform quality checks.
• Adhere to uniform requirement.
• Ensure the oldest products are picked first by rotating stock.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Basic math

English reading

Education

Forklift certification

Tools

Sit-down forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Description

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Forklift Operator to join our team for the third shift. The ideal candidate will have experience operating forklifts, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of goods in a warehouse or distribution environment.

Description

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Forklift Operator to join our team for the third shift. The ideal candidate will have experience operating forklifts, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of goods in a warehouse or distribution environment.

Role And Responsibilities

• Monitors and maintains inventory
• Organize and secure materials, such as boxes, bales, pallets, and super stacks in a safe way
• Pick orders from inventory using a pick sheet
• Shrink wrap pallets to prepare them for shipping
• Weigh products and/or loads and record weight
• Move hazardous materials
• Report any faulty equipment, damage to racks, or other potential safety hazards
• Take certification update courses
• Maintain a clean work area
• Analyze production schedules to determine movement, deliveries, and material requirements
• Maintain equipment by cleaning, oiling, recharging, refueling, etc.
• Consult and coordinate with manager, employees, other departments, and equipment manufacturers regarding loading and unloading operations
• Attend meetings with manager and coworkers
• Prepare, present and/or approve bill of ladings
• Check-in and approve new shipments
• Perform quality checks
• Adhere to uniform requirement
• Ensure the oldest products are picked first by rotating stock.
• Be alert of other employees in the work zone
• Report quality variances to the proper channels
• Use radio frequency equipment as needed for picking, put-away, receiving, and load functions
• Comply with OSHA Standards

Requirements

• 1-3 years of certified forklift experience
• Preferred sit-down forklift and pallet jack experience
• Basic math skills
• Ability to communicate and read labels in English (Bilingual preferred)

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• This position works in a manufacturing facility.
• Frequently carry or lift 50 pounds or more.

Travel Required

• No travel is required for this job.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage including medical, dental and vision
• 401k Plan
• Short-term disability available
• Paid holidays, vacation, and paid sick leave

EEO Statement Pure's

Pure's is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We ensure fair treatment in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and compensation. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters a workplace where every individual is valued and respected.

Salary Description

$18.50-$20.25