Lead Forklift Operator: Safety & Warehouse Lead

Americold Logistics, LLC. in; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold in Belvidere, IL seeks a Warehouse Associate to safely receive, store, and ship food products using sit-down forklifts, stand-up trucks, pallet jacks and RF equipment.

Under supervision, you will help coordinate daily workflows, train teammates, and ensure on-time completion while maintaining safety and quality. A high school diploma or GED and basic computer skills are required, with some shift flexibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Three (3) months' related experience preferred.
• Relevant certifications
• Some computer skills

Responsibilities

• Direct the work of others up to 25% of the shift and coordinate daily plan with supervisor.
• Load and unload freight using equipment safely and efficiently.
• Move product to storage areas with proper equipment and stack/store merchandise.
• Pick orders for shipment and assemble various types of merchandise.
• Check freight for accuracy, damage, or infestation.
• Maintain warehouse security and promote safety in all operations.
• Participate in physical inventories as needed.
• Perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking.
• Report safety malfunctions and comply with OSHA standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Inventory counting

Order picking

RF scanner use

Shipping/receiving

Quality focus

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Stand up forklift

Stand up straddle truck

Walk behinds

Pallet jack

RF equipment

Job description

Americold in Belvidere, IL seeks a Warehouse Associate to safely receive, store, and ship food products using sit-down forklifts, stand-up trucks, pallet jacks and RF equipment.

Under supervision, you will help coordinate daily workflows, train teammates, and ensure on-time completion while maintaining safety and quality. A high school diploma or GED and basic computer skills are required, with some shift flexibility.