Forklift Operator: Precision & Efficiency

Colonial Group; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Forklift Operator to support daily warehouse operations in Kentucky. You will safely operate stand‑up and/or sit‑down forklifts and electric pallet jacks (EPJ), perform picking, loading and inventory tasks, and help ensure accurate order fulfillment and safety compliance.

Shifts are first shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm, with a base hourly wage around $20.28 per hour and no shift differential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, or equivalent experience.
• 6 months warehouse/distribution experience recommended.
• Basic math and reading skills are required.
• Ability to operate forklift and EPJ.
• Strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Follow safety and operational standards and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate stand-up and/or sit-down forklifts to move, load, unload, pick, put away, and consolidate products.
• Perform manual case picking and other material handling tasks as needed for order fulfillment.
• Replenish inventory and maintain accurate product placement.
• Prepare products for shipment, including palletizing, wrapping, and staging.
• Assist with physical inventories and cycle counts as directed.

Skills

Basic math

Reading skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Electric pallet jack

WMS

Label printing systems

Job description

Colonial Group is seeking a Forklift Operator to support daily warehouse operations in Kentucky. You will safely operate stand‑up and/or sit‑down forklifts and electric pallet jacks (EPJ), perform picking, loading and inventory tasks, and help ensure accurate order fulfillment and safety compliance.

Shifts are first shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm, with a base hourly wage around $20.28 per hour and no shift differential.