Forklift Operator - Flexible Shifts, $25-30/hr

Staffmark Group; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fair Weekly pay

Medical, dental, vision, life + 401(k)

Respect

Safety culture

Real teamwork

Job summary

Staffmark Group in Joliet, IL is seeking a Forklift Operator to move freight and support warehouse operations on 1st-3rd shifts. You’ll operate sit-down forklifts and reach trucks, load/unload, and maintain accurate inventory while following GMP and safety procedures.

This role offers competitive hourly pay, weekly payroll, and benefits options, with opportunities to advance within a nationwide staffing network and a culture that prioritizes teamwork and quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of experience operating stand-up forklifts and reach trucks.
• Valid forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification upon hire.
• Previous warehouse or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklifts and reach trucks to transport materials throughout the facility.
• Move raw materials, finished goods, and packaging supplies between production and storage areas.
• Retrieve, stage, and place materials on racks for production and inventory purposes.
• Assist with loading and unloading pallets, trailers, and trucks.
• Complete inventory tracking and material movement transactions using scanning systems.
• Perform daily forklift inspections and report equipment issues promptly.
• Use battery-operated hand tools as needed.
• Maintain clean, organized staging, storage, and warehouse areas.
• Follow all safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Support warehouse and production operations with additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Inventory accuracy

Team communication

Tools

Scanning systems

Job description

Staffmark Group in Joliet, IL is seeking a Forklift Operator to move freight and support warehouse operations on 1st-3rd shifts. You’ll operate sit-down forklifts and reach trucks, load/unload, and maintain accurate inventory while following GMP and safety procedures.

This role offers competitive hourly pay, weekly payroll, and benefits options, with opportunities to advance within a nationwide staffing network and a culture that prioritizes teamwork and quality.