Forklift Operator I - Safe, Efficient Warehouse Pro

NFI

Joliet (IL)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 36,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

NFI in Joliet, IL is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move, locate, stack, and count merchandise in the warehouse. You will operate forklifts and may assist with order filling while upholding safety and accuracy. Requirements include a High School diploma or GED and up to 6 months forklift experience; you must qualify for NFI forklift certification.

Basic Excel skills and strong attention to detail are needed. Base pay starts at $22.25 per hour, with potential additional shift pay applicable.

Qualifications

6 months forklift operation experience preferred.
Must qualify and pass NFI forklift certification.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Effective customer service and basic math competencies.

Responsibilities

Operates all material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
Completes pre-operation inspection forms for equipment.
Stacks and stores merchandise using forklift, clamp, or push-pull equipment.
Unloads inbound shipments and moves product to storage locations.
Pulls and prepares products for shipment according to requirements.
Performs order picking accurately and promptly.
Moves product to trailers for outbound loads and maintains inventory documentation.
Assists with inventory counts and cycle counts as directed.
Reports safety concerns to management promptly.