Sit Down Forklift Operator

Kelly Services; Wilmington (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services in Wilmington, Illinois is seeking a Sit Down Forklift Operator for a 1st shift position, Monday through Friday, 6:30am to 3:00pm. The role offers a temporary-to-hire opportunity based on performance and attendance.

The candidate will safely operate sit-down forklifts, load and unload materials, and maintain a clean, organized work area while adhering to safety guidelines and collaborating with the team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of sit-down forklift experience.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift.
• Ability to bend, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Sit Down Forklifts.
• Load, unload, move, and organize products and materials.
• Follow all safety procedures and warehouse guidelines.
• Complete assigned work accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Work cooperatively with team members and supervisors.
• Perform other warehouse duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

1–2 years forklift experience

Safety-conscious

Attendance & punctuality

Teamwork

Physical endurance

Job description

Sit Down Forklift Operator

Location: Wilmington, Illinois

Shift: 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 6:30am – 3pm

Pay: $21 per hour

Employment Type: Temporary-to-hire opportunity based on performance

We are seeking an experienced Sit Down Forklift to join our team in Wilmington, Illinois. This is a possible temporary-to-hire opportunity for a reliable, safety-focused individual who demonstrates strong performance, consistent attendance, and a positive, team-player attitude.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Sit Down Forklifts.
• Load, unload, move, and organize products and materials.
• Follow all safety procedures and warehouse guidelines.
• Complete assigned work accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Work cooperatively with team members and supervisors.
• Perform other warehouse duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least 1–2 years of solid sit down forklift experience .
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift.
• Ability to bend, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds .

Schedule and Pay

• Monday–Friday
• 6:30am – 3pm
• $21 per hour

This position may become permanent based on performance, attendance, and overall good team-player attitude.

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.

Why Kelly ?

As a worker today, it’s up to you to take charge of your career and look for opportunities to learn, grow, and achieve your potential. Helping you find what’s next is what we’re all about. We know what’s going on in the evolving world of work—just ask the 440,000 people we employ each year. Connecting with us means getting the support, guidance, and opportunities needed to take your career where you may have never imagined.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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 affirmatively 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.