Forklift Operator II: Precise Warehouse Pro

NFI; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription drug coverage

401k

Wellness program

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Job summary

NFI is seeking a Forklift Operator II in Manteno, Illinois to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise in a warehouse. You’ll operate multiple forklift types, perform order filling, and support inventory control while upholding safety and productivity standards.

Responsibilities include pre-op inspections, safe unloading, staging for outbound loads, and accurate order picking. Candidates should have 2+ years forklift experience and pass NFI certification; base pay ranges from $20.75

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 2+ years forklift operation experience preferred.
• Must pass NFI forklift certification.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic math and customer service skills.
• Base hourly rate is $20.75–$22.75 with multiple shifts; additional $/hour may apply based on shift.

Responsibilities

• Operates all material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Completes pre-operation inspection forms for equipment.
• Stacks and stores merchandise in designated locations.
• Unloads inbound shipments and transports product to storage locations.
• Pulls, stages, and prepares products for outbound shipment.
• Verifies correct quantity and type are loaded and shipped.
• Performs order picking accurately and promptly.
• Maintains inventory accuracy and supports cycle counts.
• Uses RF scanning devices to support inventory management.
• Reports safety concerns or incidents promptly.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Customer service

Excel basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanning devices

Forklift certification

Job description

NFI is seeking a Forklift Operator II in Manteno, Illinois to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise in a warehouse. You’ll operate multiple forklift types, perform order filling, and support inventory control while upholding safety and productivity standards.

Responsibilities include pre-op inspections, safe unloading, staging for outbound loads, and accurate order picking. Candidates should have 2+ years forklift experience and pass NFI certification; base pay ranges from $20.75