Reach Truck and Sit-down Operator

Ōnin Staffing

Joliet (IL)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 30,000

Full time

39 hours ago

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Job summary

Ōnin Staffing in Joliet, IL is hiring for an Operator with Reach Truck experience. The role involves a 50/50 split between operating heavy machinery and manual order selection, with overtime potential in a high-volume environment.

Daily duties include safe reach truck operation, RF-based order picking, and logistics tasks such as loading trailers and staging freight for shipment. This position requires 6 months to 1 year of forklift experience and strong English communication.

Qualifications

6 months to 1 year of Reach Truck/Forklift driving experience.
Proven ability to navigate warehouse racking safely.
Ability to stand for 12 hours and lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly.
Strong problem-solving skills and reliability in a fast-paced environment.
Must read, write, and speak English clearly to coordinate with dispatch and sales teams.

Responsibilities

Reach Truck Operation: Safely operate stand-up reach forklifts in narrow aisle racking.
Order Selection: Use RF scan guns to pick orders from inventory.
Logistics & Staging: Load/unload trailers and store inbound freight for shipment.
Warehouse Excellence: Maintain a clean, organized workspace and inspect trailers for safety.

Skills

Reach truck experience

Order picking

Racking knowledge

Stamina

Reliability

English communication

Tools

RF scan gun

Job description

If you are looking for steady hours with real potential for overtime, this is your opportunity to step into an Operator role where your hustle will be respected. If you are an experienced Reach Truck or Forklift operator who values safety, precision, and efficiency, we want to hear from you.

This is a high-volume role with a 50/50 split between operating heavy machinery and manual order selection. Your day-to-day will involve:

Reach Truck Operation: Safely operate stand-up reach forklifts through narrow aisle racking systems.
Order Selection: Use RF scan guns to accurately pick orders from warehouse inventory.
Logistics & Staging: Load/unload trailers and ensure all inbound freight is correctly stored, marked, and staged for shipment.
Warehouse Excellence: Maintain a clean, organized workspace and inspect trailers for debris to ensure safe workflow.

Skills and Experience

Experience: 6 months to 1 year of consistent, recent Reach Truck/Forklift driving experience.
Racking Knowledge: Proven ability to navigate warehouse racking systems safely.
Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for 12 hours a day and lift/move up to 50 lbs repetitively.
Reliability: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Communication: Must be able to read, write, and speak English clearly to coordinate with dispatch and sales teams.

Don't miss this chance to enhance your experience in a production environment while enjoying competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.