Lead Forklift Operator - 1st Shift - Morris, IL

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Morris (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-established and expanding company that values a family atmosphere and teamwork. This role offers the chance to lead a team, ensuring efficient operations while fostering a respectful work environment. With competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including medical and retirement plans, this position is ideal for those looking to make a positive impact in a supportive setting. If you are reliable and passionate about teamwork, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Disability and Life Insurance

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Qualifications

• Ability to represent the company professionally.
• Understanding of basic operations and ability to explain them.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in the absence of a supervisor.
• Transport products within the facility and ensure loads are secure.
• Perform daily equipment checks and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Problem Solving

Mentoring

Reliability

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Morris ADC - Morris, IL

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $22.50 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: 1st Shift

Description

Our company is a well-established multi-state organization that is growing and expanding. We aim to foster a family atmosphere where everyone is friendly and appreciates one another.

Pay: $22.50 Hourly

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Function as the team lead in the absence of a supervisor by answering employee questions, troubleshooting problems, and promoting efficient operations.
• Transport products to and from designated areas within the facility.
• Load and unload goods from vehicles such as trucks.
• Move goods packed on pallets or in crates around the storage facility.
• Stack goods in the correct storage bays following inventory control instructions.
• Ensure loads are secure.
• Stack empty pallets.
• Perform daily equipment checks, such as recharging truck batteries and lubricating equipment.
• Remove machine attachments and waste materials from machines.
• Inspect products to verify conformance to quality standards.
• Dump materials into machine hoppers.

Qualifications

• Ability to represent Dart professionally and positively.
• Understanding of basic operations and ability to explain them to employees.
• Ability to mentor and coach employees.
• Ability to foster a team-oriented, respectful, and productive work environment.
• Must have good attendance and be reliable.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled