Sit Down Forklift Operator

Kelly Services; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services is hiring a Sit-Down Forklift Operator for our Romeoville, IL site. The role requires operating a sit-down forklift, loading and unloading materials, and moving goods within a fast-paced 3PL warehouse. RF scanning and occasional picking duties are part of daily tasks.

Minimum 1 year of sit-down forklift experience is required; RF scanner experience preferred. Typical shift options include day and night with corresponding hourly pay. Safety gear is provided on-site.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of recent sit-down forklift experience.
• Experience using RF scanners preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Reliable work history; employment gaps will be reviewed.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift safely and efficiently.
• Load, unload, move, and stage materials throughout the warehouse.
• Repeatedly get on and off the forklift throughout the shift.
• Perform pallet picking and other warehouse duties using an RF scanner.
• Follow all safety policies and warehouse procedures.
• Assist with general warehouse tasks as needed.

Skills

Sit-down forklift experience

Teamwork

Reliable work history

Independent worker

Tools

RF scanner

Job description

Now Hiring: Sit-Down Forklift Operator

Location: Romeoville, IL

Shifts

• 1st shift: M-F 6am-2:30pm $21/hr

• Rotating shift: 6:00pm–2:30am (Night Shift) $22.50/hr

About the Opportunity

We're seeking an experienced Sit-Down Forklift Operator to join a busy warehouse team in Romeoville, IL. This position is ideal for candidates with recent forklift experience who are comfortable working in a fast-paced distribution environment and performing occasional picking duties.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift safely and efficiently

• Load, unload, move, and stage materials throughout the warehouse

• Repeatedly get on and off the forklift throughout the shift

• Perform pallet picking and other warehouse duties using an RF scanner

• Follow all safety policies and warehouse procedures

• Assist with general warehouse tasks as needed

Qualifications

Minimum of 1 years of recent sit-down forklift experience (Toyota preferred)

Experience using RF scanners preferred

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. (most lifts average around 30 lbs.)

Reliable work history; employment gaps will be reviewed

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Work Environment

This facility is a 3PL warehouse supporting manufacturing and packaging products , including:

• Coffee cups

• Clamshell containers

• Straws

• Plasticware

• Other food-service packaging materials

Dress Code & Safety Requirements

• Steel-toe shoes required

• Work shorts permitted

• No hoodies or inappropriate graphic T-shirts

• Safety glasses and safety vests provided on-site

Hiring Process

• No interview required

• Resume review before assignment

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.