Reach

Jobandtalent; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobandtalent in Joliet is recruiting for a Reach Truck Operator to join a leading logistics team. You will safely operate a reach truck to move inventory, stage pallets, and support efficient warehouse operations focused on grocery products.

The role runs Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with pay at 20.50 USD per hour. Candidates should have at least one year of reach forklift and order picker experience, and be able to commute within 40 minutes while adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year reach forklift and order picker experience.
• Commute must be within 40 minutes.
• Client/site approval may be required for Geodis experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate reach truck equipment to move inventory.
• Transport, stage, and put away pallets in designated warehouse locations.
• Maintain high productivity and accuracy standards.
• Remain alert and follow all safety protocols in a busy warehouse environment.
• Exercise caution when navigating areas with limited visibility and blind spots.

Skills

Reach forklift experience

Safety consciousness

Attention to detail

Tools

Reach truck

Warehouse equipment

Job description

At Job&Talent, we are recruiting for a Reach Truck Operator to work with a leading logistics company in Joliet. This role supports warehouse operations involving the storage, movement, and organization of grocery products, including cereal and pet food. You will be responsible for safely operating a reach truck to transport, stage, and put away pallets in designated warehouse locations while maintaining productivity and accuracy standards.

Shift Patterns

• Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Pay Rates

• 20.50 USD hourly

Essential Requirements for Reach Truck Operator

• Have you previously worked at a Geodis site? If so we have to get approval from client
• Commute may not be more than 40 minutes
• 1 year minimum of Reach forklift & Order Picker experience
• How do you safely navigate a warehouse with multiple equipment operators working at the same time?
• What are some common hazards you watch for while operating a reach truck?

Desirable Requirements for Reach Truck Operator

• Experience in a warehouse environment similar to this role

Role for Reach Truck Operator

• Safely operate reach truck equipment to move inventory
• Transport, stage, and put away pallets in designated warehouse locations
• Maintain high productivity and accuracy standards
• Remain alert and follow all safety protocols in a busy warehouse environment
• Exercise caution when navigating areas with limited visibility and blind spots

Location

Joliet. The warehouse environment includes multiple types of powered industrial equipment operating simultaneously.