Forklift Operator - Pallet Manufacturing

48forty Solutions; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

Career advancement

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

48forty Solutions in Chicago, IL is seeking a Forklift Operator to load and unload pallets and move materials to support production. The role shifts Mon–Fri from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM, offering an hourly wage and benefits. Previous forklift experience and reliable communication are essential.

The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and the ability to lift and transport materials in a fast-paced plant environment. Eligible for overtime and long-term growth opportunities are noted.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years forklift experience required.
• Strong preference for warehouse/logistics or related trades.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Unload deliveries and move pallets to the correct locations inside the plant.
• Move freshly cut and recycled wood to the appropriate work areas.
• Stack finished products for storage or loading into trailers.

Skills

Forklift experience

Effective communication

Overtime readiness

Job description

Overview

As a Forklift Operator, you’ll get to load and unload trailer with wooden pallets and move pallets inside our plants to keep manufacturing production moving efficiently! We’re looking for a motivated individual who will keep things moving at a safe and efficient pace!

Hourly Pay:

$19.00/hr.

Shift(s):

Monday - Friday 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Location:

Chicago, IL 60624

What You'll Do

• Unload deliveries of pallets and/or wood to the proper location inside the plant
• Move freshly cut and recycled wood to the appropriate worktable area
• Stack finished products into trailers or to storage areas up to a safe height
• Maintain a safe working environment by lifting, stacking, and transporting materials with all other plant personnel in mind

What You'll Need

• 1-3 years of forklift experience
• Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics, lumber, carpentry, lumber, welding, roofing, and/or construction is strongly preferred
• Willingness to work in a labor intensive environment
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Willing to work overtime as needed

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay, Holiday Pay, and Daily Pay – Access to your earned wages before payday!

• Referral Bonuses

• Long-Term Career Advancement

• Paid Time Off

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, AD&D, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance for Eligible Full Time Employees

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Great Team Environment

What It's Like

48forty Solutions is the largest pallet management services company in North America! We provide end-to-end pallet solutions, from supply to retrieval, on-site services, reverse logistics, and packaging materials. We are truly Pallet Management Made Simple, our workforce is the heart and soul of our business, and we’re looking for our next Forklift Operator to join our team!

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to work in extreme conditions to include, but not limited to, elements, heat, cold, and air particulate

• Repetitively lift up to 50-75 pounds and adjust body position to bend, stoop, walk, turn, pivot, and sit in a forklift for entire shifts of varying lengths in time

• The noise level in the work environment is dependent on location

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required (eye protection, ear protection is mandatory at several locations, safety shoes)

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include, close vision, distance vision and color vision

48forty Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay Range

Starting from USD $19.00/Hr.