Forklift Operator — Weekly Pay & Benefits, Des Plaines

Atterro; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Weekly Pay

Comprehensive Benefits

Life Insurance and Disability

Optional 401(k) Plan

Safety-Focused Warehouse Environment

Job summary

Staffmark is hiring a Forklift Operator in Des Plaines, IL. The role involves safely operating a sit-down forklift to move, stage, and store freight, plus loading/unloading trucks and maintaining inventory accuracy.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, basic math and inventory skills, and a commitment to safety. The position offers competitive weekly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read and follow warehouse procedures and safety rules.
• Basic math and inventory tracking skills preferred.
• Commitment to a safe and organized workplace.
• Willingness to participate in safety training.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift to move, stage, and store freight safely.
• Load and unload trucks and ensure shipment accuracy.
• Break down incoming freight shipments and sort materials by destination.
• Move products in and out of warehouse racking and staging areas.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.

Skills

Basic math

Inventory tracking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Staffmark is hiring a Forklift Operator in Des Plaines, IL. The role involves safely operating a sit-down forklift to move, stage, and store freight, plus loading/unloading trucks and maintaining inventory accuracy.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, basic math and inventory skills, and a commitment to safety. The position offers competitive weekly pay and comprehensive benefits.