Senior Forklift Operator & Team Lead – Safety

Green Electronics Solutions; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Teamwork culture

Job summary

Green Electronic Solutions in Illinois is seeking a Senior Forklift Operator to lead daily material movement in our warehouse. You will safely operate sit-down forklifts, load and unload shipments, mentor newer operators, and collaborate with supervisors to meet daily goals.

We value safety, teamwork, and sustainable practices, offering growth opportunities, a 401K plan, PTO, and a supportive, inclusive culture in a hands‑on environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of forklift operating experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, recycling, or logistics environment.
• Valid forklift certification or ability to obtain/renew certification upon hire.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA safety standards and warehouse best practices.
• Experience handling heavy, oversized, and fragile materials.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining productivity.
• Physical ability to perform demanding tasks, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating sit-down forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and stage materials.
• Receiving inbound shipments, inspecting materials for accuracy and damage, and organizing inventory in designated storage areas.
• Preparing and securely loading outbound shipments for transportation.
• Handling pallets, electronic equipment, recyclable materials, and oversized loads efficiently and safely.
• Conducting daily pre-shift forklift inspections and reporting maintenance needs or safety concerns.
• Assisting with inventory counts, cycle counts, and overall warehouse organization.
• Maintaining clean and safe work areas while following company housekeeping standards.
• Collaborating with warehouse supervisors and production teams to meet daily goals.
• Mentoring and training new forklift operators on safe equipment operation and warehouse procedures.
• Supporting general warehouse functions, including staging materials and assisting other departments as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Leadership

Safety compliance

OSHA standards

Teamwork

Communication

Physical stamina

Job description

Green Electronic Solutions in Illinois is seeking a Senior Forklift Operator to lead daily material movement in our warehouse. You will safely operate sit-down forklifts, load and unload shipments, mentor newer operators, and collaborate with supervisors to meet daily goals.

We value safety, teamwork, and sustainable practices, offering growth opportunities, a 401K plan, PTO, and a supportive, inclusive culture in a hands‑on environment.