Night Shift Forklift Operator - Safe Loads & Shipments

Paycom; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom in York MW (IL) – Elgin, IL 60124 is seeking a Forklift Truck Operator for the 3rd shift (10 pm to 6 am). The role involves moving products from production lines to trailers, loading to customer specifications, and ensuring damage-free shipments.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts, reading loading manifests, using RF scanners, palletizing, and loading/unloading trailers. Must have prior forklift/clamp truck experience, be at least 18, and pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Prior work experience in a manufacturing facility or a fast-paced working environment.
• Previous experience operating a clamp truck or forklift in a manufacturing or warehouse environment required.
• Ability to handle large, heavy, and delicate materials with care and precision.
• Work any shift, overtime hours and weekends as needed.
• Read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• Calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate.
• Read and comprehend simple instructions, such as schedules and orders.
• Work within a team and effectively communicate with others.
• Excellent verbal communication skills while using handheld radios and headsets.
• Basic computer literacy, including the ability to enter and retrieve data using touchscreens, HMIs, or inventory/production/scheduling systems.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently after successful completion of required certification and testing.
• Read and interpret loading summary/manifest sheets to ensure accurate product distribution and shipment.
• Utilize RF scanning systems to identify, track, and verify products.
• Palletize products for shipment as required, ensuring compliance with customer-specific pallet requirements.
• Load trailers in a manner that ensures product stability and damage-free delivery, using appropriate load securement methods.
• Handle all materials in accordance with company quality assurance standards.
• Safely manage various unit configurations to prevent product damage during handling and transport.
• Identify and report high-risk products or loads to the Superintendent or Shipping & Receiving Manager.
• Communicate load discrepancies or issues to Team Leads or Warehouse Manager for prompt resolution.
• Complete all required documentation, including pallet verification and shipment paperwork.
• Perform and document pre-operation forklift inspections; report maintenance issues as needed.
• Pull and stage orders accurately for warehouse releases and shipments.
• Load and unload products from trailers as required.
• Support inventory control processes, including cycle counts and stock verification.
• Follow proper lockout/tagout procedures for defective or unsafe equipment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Forklift experience

Clamp truck

Read tape measure

Team communication

English proficiency

High school diploma

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF scanning systems

HMI touchscreens

Inventory/production systems

Forklift equipment (Forklift/Clamp/Lift/Pallet Jack)

Job description

Paycom in York MW (IL) – Elgin, IL 60124 is seeking a Forklift Truck Operator for the 3rd shift (10 pm to 6 am). The role involves moving products from production lines to trailers, loading to customer specifications, and ensuring damage-free shipments.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts, reading loading manifests, using RF scanners, palletizing, and loading/unloading trailers. Must have prior forklift/clamp truck experience, be at least 18, and pass background checks.