Forklift Operator — Flexible Shifts & Overtime

Nestlé; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Healthcare coverage

Broad range of other benefits

Job summary

Nestlé USA is seeking a Forklift Operator in Schaumburg, IL to load/unload materials, move inventory, and support warehouse operations. The role requires safety adherence and accurate inventory handling.

Compensation includes $23.21/hr, overtime, and a quarterly bonus structure. Shift options include 1st and 3rd with extended hours. Nestlé offers a broad rewards package and inclusive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2 years of stand‑up forklift experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate FEFO (First Expiration, First Out) staging to ensure proper rotation of all expiration‑dated materials.
• Read and interpret production schedules, customer orders, and work orders to determine material movement needs.
• Transport and distribute materials from receiving or production to designated storage locations.
• Sort and organize materials based on size, type, or product code.
• Support proper inventory management, including perishable goods storage and accurate staging.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures, reporting unsafe conditions or damage immediately.
• Contribute to quality and efficiency improvements within the warehouse environment.

Skills

Stand-up forklift

Forklift certification

Bilingual English/Spanish

Barcoding knowledge

Automated data collection systems

Overtime available

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Barcode systems

Job description

Nestlé USA is seeking a Forklift Operator in Schaumburg, IL to load/unload materials, move inventory, and support warehouse operations. The role requires safety adherence and accurate inventory handling.

Compensation includes $23.21/hr, overtime, and a quarterly bonus structure. Shift options include 1st and 3rd with extended hours. Nestlé offers a broad rewards package and inclusive workplace culture.