Material Handler/Forklift Operator 2nd Shift

Woodland Gourmet; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Dental Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible spending account

Job summary

A food production company in Waukegan seeks an Entry-Level Warehouse Associate to handle product operations. Responsibilities include operating forklifts, maintaining a clean workspace, and ensuring inventory accuracy. Candidates should have at least 1 year of forklift experience, a high school diploma, and be bilingual in English and Spanish preferably. The role offers hourly pay between $20.00 to $23.00, plus benefits like medical, dental, and more.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of Forklift experience required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Must have working knowledge of general warehouse operations.
• Must be flexible with hours and possibly available for overtime.
• Ability to lift up to 55lbs.

Responsibilities

• Use internal software to scan products.
• Safely operate a forklift for moving products.
• Unload/load freight and label products.
• Communicate discrepancies in inventory with management.
• Maintain an organized and safe work environment.

Skills

Computer skills

Ability to read and write English

Basic math skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, Excel)

Forklift (Reach, Sit-down, Stand-up, Cherry Picker)

Job description

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This position is responsible for general duties involving the physical handling of products, materials, supplies, and equipment. It must maintain an orderly and clean work area in compliance with company safety and sanitation requirements. The employee must be able to understand and follow written or verbal instructions and complete work with safety, accuracy, and efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Use internal software to scan products in and out of locations
• Safe operation of a forklift truck in the movement and storage of product
• Unload/load freight from trucks; weigh and label products by hand and by using a forklift
• Communicate with Management, Production, & Quality Assurance about any discrepancies in product inventory and/or product quality
• Maintain an organized and safe work environment
• Store received product properly for rotation purposes and inventory accuracy
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Prepare products for shipping (boxes or pallets) and process packages through UPS or FedEx
• Inform Shipping and/or Production management about products that need to be repacked
• Inspect equipment used on a daily basis and file reports as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications / Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of Forklift (Reach, Sit‑down, Stand‑up, Cherry Picker) experience, required
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• High School diploma or GED
• Must have working knowledge of general warehouse operations; Shipping and/or food industry experience a plus
• Must be flexible with hours, possibility for OT
• Ability to lift up to 55lbs (anything over 55 lbs., team lift)
• Must follow all WLF GMP’s and work consistently with all food safety, quality and sanitation requirements

Skills / Abilities

• Must have computer skills
• Ability to read and write English
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Understand the basics of scale operations, weights, and measurements
• Ability to prioritize and learn quickly
• Ability to use Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, and Excel)
• Good verbal and written communication
• Ability to multi‑task
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Regularly required to sit, stand, walk and frequently bend and move about the facility. Must be able to climb ladders and maneuver in small spaces.

Personal Protective Equipment

The performance of this position requires exposure to manufacturing and warehouse areas, which, under certain conditions, may require the use of personal protective equipment.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. This position does not allow for remote work.

• Works in a manufacturing environment
• Exposure to dust, odors, and noise

Benefits

Woodland Gourmet offers a competitive compensation package with benefits, including an hourly rate for this role of $20.00 to $23.00, eligibility for an annual bonus, medical, prescription drug plans, dental, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, vision insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, voluntary benefits (hospital, critical illness, personal accident, legal & identity theft), 401(k) with company match, paid family leave, paid holidays and paid time off.

E‑Verify

Woodland Gourmet is a participant in the federal E‑Verify program. As part of the hiring process, we will verify the information provided on your Form I‑9 to confirm your eligibility to work in the United States. For more information on E‑Verify and your rights, please visit the E‑Verify website.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Sales, General Business, and Education

Industries

• Wireless Services, Telecommunications, and Communications Equipment Manufacturing