Precision Forklift Operator: Safe, Efficient Warehouse Pro

Custom Goods Llc; Shorewood (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Custom Goods, LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator to ensure safe and efficient operation of warehouse forklifts and electric pallet jacks. You will maintain materials for production, assist with loading and unloading, and uphold PPE and safety protocols while communicating with teammates and supervisors.

The role emphasizes equipment inspection, maintenance, accurate handling of orders, and collaboration with other departments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and/or six months related experience preferred.
• Must be equipment certified.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to operate basic equipment.
• Reads and follows verbal and written information.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily forklift safety inspections and report any deviations.
• Ensures equipment is maintained according to company standards.
• Operates company equipment in a safe manner.
• Loading and unloading of tractor-trailer trucks using a forklift, pallet jack, or manually by hand.
• Operates motorized equipment to assemble orders and deliver to staging area.
• Reads customer orders, work orders, shipping orders, or requisitions to determine items to move.
• Receive inbounds (Offload, count, and label).
• Load outbounds (Identify, count, and load).
• Hand stacking and/or manual pack-off
• Assist other departments as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

6 months related experience

Tools

RF equipment

Pallet jack

Forklift

Job description

Custom Goods, LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator to ensure safe and efficient operation of warehouse forklifts and electric pallet jacks. You will maintain materials for production, assist with loading and unloading, and uphold PPE and safety protocols while communicating with teammates and supervisors.

The role emphasizes equipment inspection, maintenance, accurate handling of orders, and collaboration with other departments.