Forklift Operator (Stand-Up & Clamp)

Kelly Services; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Telemedicine

Retirement savings plan

Holiday pay

Job summary

Kelly Services is hiring a Forklift Operator in Manteno, IL. The role requires stand-up and clamp forklift experience, with safety footwear mandatory. Shifts include 1st and 2nd with hourly pay rates of $21.00 and $21.75 respectively.

The position emphasizes loading/unloading, inventory staging, quality checks, and maintaining a safe work environment in an indoor warehouse setting. Compliance with OSHA/MSDS standards is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid forklift operator certificate OR must complete training within first 30 days.
• At least 6 months of warehouse and forklift operating experience, preferably with stand-up and clamp models.
• Steel toe footwear required.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up and clamp forklifts, power equipment, and clamp trucks (80% of shift).
• Load, unload, move, and stage materials to support shipment and inventory processes.
• Inspect all inbound and outbound products, ensuring quality standards are met.
• Record and report inventory counts and discrepancies with accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Assist with equipment inspection, minor maintenance, and inventory counts.
• Follow all OSHA, MSDS, and company-specific safety standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Stand-up forklift

Clamp forklift

Attention to detail

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

OSHA safety training

Forklift certification

Job description

Now Hiring: Forklift Operator (Stand-Up & Clamp Experience Required)

Location: Manteno, IL 60950

Are you a skilled forklift operator looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a reliable and safety-minded professional to join our team! Steel toe footwear required.

Shift & Pay Information:

• 1st Shift: Monday–Thursday, 6:00am–4:00pm | Pay: $21.00/hr

• 2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday, 4:00pm–2:00am | Pay: $21.75/hr

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate stand-up and clamp forklifts, power equipment, and clamp trucks (80% of shift).

• Load, unload, move, and stage materials to support shipment and inventory processes.

• Inspect all inbound and outbound products, ensuring quality standards are met.

• Record and report inventory counts and discrepancies with accuracy.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Assist with equipment inspection, minor maintenance, and inventory counts.

• Follow all OSHA, MSDS, and company-specific safety standards.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Valid forklift operator certificate OR must complete training within first 30 days.

• At least 6 months of warehouse and forklift operating experience, preferably with stand-up and clamp models.

• Ability to work up to 80% of the shift operating powered equipment.

• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.

• Willingness to work specified shifts and follow established procedures.

• Steel toe footwear required.

Working Conditions:

• Primarily indoor warehouse environment with some outdoor work.

• Exposure to warehouse elements including moving equipment, possible odors, and chemical materials (PPE provided).

• Regular sitting/standing; occasional walking and lifting (up to 100 lbs with assistance).

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• telemedicine
• term life
• whole life
• accident insurance
• critical illness
• a legal plan
• short-term disability
• retirement savings plan
• service bonus
• holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year)
• transit spending account
• paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en).

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.