HT - Forklift Operator

TRIGO Global Quality Solutions; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

TRIGO Global Quality Solutions in Elgin, IL seeks a Forklift Operator for a first shift, non-exempt role. The position offers an hourly pay rate of $18.00–$21.00 per hour, depending on qualifications.

You will support warehouse operations, perform inspections, and ensure safe handling of goods. Responsibilities include receiving, storing, moving, and packing orders, maintaining inventory accuracy, and complying with health and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak and read English.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily forklift inspections at the beginning of each shift and report safety or maintenance concerns.
• Safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment per company policies.
• Verify trucks and trailers are secured before loading/unloading.
• Receive, store, move, and stage materials in the warehouse.
• Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment according to customer and company requirements.
• Conduct inventory counts, cycle counts, and reconciliations to maintain accurate records.
• Verify quantities, labels, and documentation for shipments; record changes on tally sheets.
• Band/strap products and ensure proper preparation for shipment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory counting

Order picking

RF scanner

Basic computer

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Warehouse management system

Job description

TRIGO Heavy Transportation Forklift Operator – Elgin, IL

This is a first shift non-exempt position with an hourly pay rate of $18.00 / hr - $21.00 / hr. depending on qualifications

Overall Purpose

Ensure Quality services and provide Forklift support for all missions assigned to their site

Reports to

Direct: Site Manager/Site Supervisor Indirect: Area Manager/Director of Operation

Responsibilities

Client Relationship & Business Development

• Transport materials and products throughout the facility to support efficient warehouse and production operations.

Operations

• Perform daily forklift inspections (circle check/walk-around) at the beginning of each shift and report any safety or maintenance concerns.
• Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment in accordance with company policies and safety procedures.
• Verify that trucks and trailers are properly secured before loading and unloading.
• Perform blind tallies using a lumberman's count on inbound and outbound shipments, when required.
• Accurately receive, store, move, and stage materials within the warehouse.
• Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment according to customer and company requirements.
• Conduct inventory counts, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliations to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Verify quantities, labels, and documentation for incoming and outgoing shipments. Record any quantity changes on tally sheets and re-count when variances are identified.
• Band/strap products and verify material is properly prepared for shipment.
• Ensure appropriate placarding and markings are present on all outgoing shipments.
• Remove old placards, manage and return dunnage, and remove empty skids and containers as needed.
• Maintain an organized warehouse and ensure the next load is staged and ready for shipment.
• Assist with inspection activities and quality checks when required.
• Comply with all applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Support company Health & Safety policies and initiatives.

Organization & Management

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment following 5S principles.

Technical

• Utilize company systems and portals for timekeeping, inventory transactions, and policy acknowledgments.
• Operate and maintain warehouse equipment and technology as required.

Other

• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Hard Skills

• Must be able to speak and read in English language
• Good communications skills
• Must be able to multi-task
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must havereliable transportation
• Forklift operation and material handling
• Inventory counting and stock accuracy
• Experience order picking, packing, and shipping
• RF scanner and basic computer proficiency
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and standards

Values & Attitudes

• Global team spirit
  • Team player
  • Caring for people
  • Open-minded
• Excellence
  • Reactive
  • Resilient to pressure
  • Rigorous
• Customer focus
  • Customer oriented
  • Reliable & trustworthy
  • Flexible
• Initiative
  • Autonomous
  • Innovative
  • Daring

Work Experience

Overall Recommendations

• Previous experience operating forklifts in a warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or logistics environment preferred.
• Experience with inventory counts, order picking, packing, shipping/receiving, and general warehouse operations is preferred.

Education Background

Overall Recommendations

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required

About TRIGO Global Quality Solutions

Founded in 1997, TRIGO is a multinational company providing operational Quality Management solutions for the manufacturing sector, especially in the automotive and aerospace industries. With a team of more than ten thousand professionals present in 20+ countries across 4 continents, TRIGO offers a comprehensive portfolio of Quality Assurance services ranging from inspection to expert auditing, consulting and training.

The unrivaled expertise, industrial mindset and extensive global footprint that TRIGO has built up over the last 3 decades has made TRIGO the leading quality solutions provider using the latest innovative and reliable digital systems and standard processes, delivering results in the most demanding industries. TRIGO has recently started to expand its clientele by offering quality services to the medical, chemical and food industries.

TRIGO Global Quality Solutions is committed to the core values of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to treating people fairly, and with respect and dignity. We offer employment opportunities based upon an individual's qualifications and performance, free from discrimination or harassment because of race, ancestry, place of origin, ethnic origin, color, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, and disability.

TRIGO Global Quality Solutions appreciates receiving all expression of interest; however, only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.