Reach Truck Operator | Fast-Paced Warehouse

Surge Staffing; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Surge Staffing is seeking an experienced Reach Truck Operator for a full-time manufacturing and warehouse role in Streamwood, IL. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience operating reach trucks and is comfortable in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Shifts available: 1st shift 6:30 AM–3:00 PM and 3rd shift 11:00 PM–7:30 AM. Responsibilities include operating reach truck, moving materials, loading/unloading, inventory support, and maintaining a safe, organized workspace.

Qualifications

• Previous reach truck experience is required.
• Previous forklift experience required.
• Ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment.
• Manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a reach truck and other powered industrial equipment.
• Move, stage, and organize materials throughout the warehouse and production areas.
• Load and unload materials as needed.
• Transport materials to designated locations.
• Assist with inventory movement and organization.
• Safely stack and store products and materials.
• Follow all safety procedures and equipment operating guidelines.
• Inspect equipment before use and report any issues or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Work closely with warehouse and production teams to keep materials moving efficiently.
• Perform additional warehouse duties as assigned

Skills

Reach truck experience

Forklift experience

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Reliability

Tools

Reach truck

Forklift

Job description

Surge Staffing is seeking an experienced Reach Truck Operator for a full-time manufacturing and warehouse role in Streamwood, IL. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience operating reach trucks and is comfortable in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Shifts available: 1st shift 6:30 AM–3:00 PM and 3rd shift 11:00 PM–7:30 AM. Responsibilities include operating reach truck, moving materials, loading/unloading, inventory support, and maintaining a safe, organized workspace.