Forklift Operator -All shifts

Weathertech; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

WeatherTech Direct is seeking a Reach Truck/Forklift Operator to safely operate powered industrial vehicles and manual lifting devices to load/unload and transport material to and from storage areas, machines, and loading docks. The role requires 3+ years of forklift operation experience, including 2+ years on a Reach Truck, and a high school diploma.

Candidates must be fluent in English and authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years operating powered equipment with a clear understanding of forklift operations, weight capacities, and attachments.
• 2+ years of steady experience operating a Reach Truck.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluent in English and authorized to work in the United States.
• Be an excellent performer; deliver high-quality results consistently.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and manual lifting devices to deliver material to production machines/workstations; distribute material/inventory using the first in-first out method.
• Manually or mechanically load or unload material from pallets, skids, platforms, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles.
• Inspect product load for accuracy and safely move it around the facility.
• Organize all production material and inventory; use RF Scanner to scan material to appropriate locations and verify quantities are accurate; restock material in floor and rack locations.
• Ensure that all necessary inventory is available for production use and coordinate the ordering of material/inventory.
• Complete daily inspection of equipment and communicate maintenance needs or damage; charge/fill batteries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reach Truck

Forklift Operation

Teamwork

English Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

RF Scanner

Job description

WeatherTech Direct is seeking a well-qualifiedReach Truck/Forklift Operator to safely operate powered industrial vehicles and manual lifting devices to load/unload and transport material to and from storage areas, machines, and loading docks.

• High performing, reliable, and teamwork-minded employees are rewarded with a competitive compensation and benefits package including the potential to earn end of year bonuses and pay increases.
• The base hourly rate of pay starts at $22.00 per hour or more depending on experience. 2nd Shift receives a $1.00 differential and 3rd shift receives $1.50
• 1st shift-6am-2:30pm or 7am-3:30pm
• 2nd shift - 2:00pm-10:30pm or 3:00pm-11:30pm.
• 3rd shift 3pm-7:30am

As a reach Truck/Forklift Operator, you will

• Operate forklifts and manual lifting devices to deliver material to production machines/workstations; distribute material/inventory using the first in-first out method
• Manually or mechanically load or unload material from pallets, skids, platforms, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
• Inspect product load for accuracy and safely move it around the facility
• Organize all production material and inventory; use RF Scanner to scan material to appropriate locations and verify quantities are accurate; restock material in floor and rack locations
• Ensure that all necessary inventory is available for production use and coordinate the ordering of material/inventory
• Complete daily inspection of equipment and communicate maintenance needs or damage; charge/fill batteries
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in operation and training of powered equipment with a clear understanding of forklift operations, weight capacities, and attachments
• 2+ years of steady experience operating a Reach Truck
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Be an excellent performer; deliver high-quality results consistently
• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism and a positive attitude
• Able to work well with and motivate a team
• Fluent in English and authorized to work in the United States

Why you'll love working at WeatherTech Direct

WeatherTech Direct is proud to offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package, opportunities for internal promotions and skill development, and a clean and safe workspace. Employees are offered an array of perks including:

• Outstanding BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois medical plans; as well as dental, vision, short and long term disability, and company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time