Forklift Operator — Fast-Paced Warehouse Day Shift

ROCKWOOL Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay from Day 1

401K Match

Life and Disability Programs

PTO and holidays

Educational Assistance

Wellness perks

Safety PPE

Job summary

Rockfon, a division of ROCKWOOL Group, is hiring experienced Forklift Operators for our Lockport distribution center. The role focuses on accurate order fulfillment, safe material handling, and timely shipment of goods in a modern facility.

First shift runs 07:00 am to 03:30 pm, with a 16317 W Prologis Pkwy location in Lockport, IL. Compensation is hourly at $21.00 with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within the ROCKWOOL Group family.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in a fast-paced distribution center.
• Current forklift operator certification or ability to obtain.
• Experience with safe loading/unloading and warehouse best practices.
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems and RF scanning.
• Able to lift up to 80 lbs safely; strong English and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to pick, load, and unload orders with precision and speed.
• Verify inventory accuracy.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment per 5S and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with team to meet on-time shipping, accuracy and efficiency.
• Support inbound receiving, inventory movement, and cycle counting.

Skills

Forklift operator

Safety mindset

Teamwork

English fluency

Inventory accuracy

Tools

WMS software

RF scanning

Job description

Rockfon, a division of ROCKWOOL Group, is hiring experienced Forklift Operators for our Lockport distribution center. The role focuses on accurate order fulfillment, safe material handling, and timely shipment of goods in a modern facility.

First shift runs 07:00 am to 03:30 pm, with a 16317 W Prologis Pkwy location in Lockport, IL. Compensation is hourly at $21.00 with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within the ROCKWOOL Group family.