MHE2, General Forklift - First Shift

Idlogistics; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Idlogistics in Joliet, IL is seeking a warehouse associate with forklift experience to load, unload, stock, and stage products using powered equipment. You will inspect vehicles, ensure accurate shipments, and maintain safety standards in a fast-paced distribution setting.

Responsibilities include inventory control, coordinating with other departments, and adhering to GMP and company safety rules. Must have a GED/HS diploma and obtain necessary certifications after hiring; overtime may be

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of related experience preferred.
• Must obtain equipment certifications (OSHA, company, etc.) after hire.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products using powered equipment.
• Inspect equipment daily and operate safely per OSHA standards.
• Ensure accuracy in inbound/outbound shipments and proper stock rotation.
• Coordinate with Customer Service, Transportation and Maintenance as needed.
• Maintain neat, clean, and orderly materials, follow GMP and safety rules.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

OSHA certifications

Job description

Operates gasoline, liquified gas, or electric-powered industrial equipment equipped with lifting devices, such as sit-down, stand-up, clamp or other elevating equipment to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials in distribution center or storage yard.

Responsibilities:

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using powered industrial equipment. Maintain equipment and materials in a neat, clean and orderly fashion. On a daily basis, inspect assigned equipment. Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods and OSHA standards.
• Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations. Efficiently stack and store product in the appropriate areas.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded and shipped.
• Efficiently move product from staging and/or storage areas into rail cars, trailers, or containers.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage. Report quality variances.
• Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security are maintained. Assist in physical inventories. Ensure proper stock rotation
• Follow customer requirements and/or other instructions to ensure accuracy: load count, stability of product, and that all products are loaded and unloaded safely.

• Coordinate as necessary with all other departments/functions, especially Customer Service, Transportation and Maintenance.
• Perform good housekeeping practices, clean as you go process.
• Conduct operations and equipment in a manner that promotes safety and report unsafe conditions that can’t be self-corrected to the leadership team.
• Follow corporate and site-specific Good Manufacturing Practices and report noncompliance when observed.
• Observe all company safety rules and assist in enforcement as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

Schedule: Mon - Fri 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. OVERTIME MAY BE REQUIRED

Pay Rate: $21.00 per hour.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); three or more years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to successfully complete post-hire assessments.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain equipment certifications (e.g. OSHA, company, etc.).

Must be able to wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the work environment (e.g. protective footwear, protective eyewear, gloves, etc.) in accordance with safety policies