Warehouse Equipment Operator - 1st Shift (Full-Time)

TIG Distributing Inc; Pontoon Beach (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

TIG Distributing Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Equipment Operator for first shift in Pontoon Beach, IL. The role involves safely operating MHE such as forklifts and cherry pickers to move products within the warehouse and assist in packing, receiving and shipping tasks.

Candidates should have at least one year in a warehouse or logistics setting, basic computer and RF scanner familiarity, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safe practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Minimum one year of warehouse or logistics experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow safety practices.
• Experience with computers and RF scanners preferred.
• Clear written and oral communication; detail oriented and organized.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and cherry picker safely following company protocols.
• Inspect machinery and perform regular maintenance checks.
• Load/unload materials and move them to pallets or storage.
• Daily order picking and fulfillment for customer orders.
• Locate and move stock to pallets or crates for shipment.
• Identify damages and report shortages or quality issues.
• Assist in other warehouse tasks: packing, restocking, receiving/shipping.
• Load freight manually and with pallet jacks as needed.
• Weight and shrink-wrap outgoing pallets.
• Maintain clean, organized dock and inventory areas.
• Provide general warehouse support and conduct inventory counts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team-oriented

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

Cherry picker operation

RF scanner

Job description

TIG Distributing Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Equipment Operator for first shift in Pontoon Beach, IL. The role involves safely operating MHE such as forklifts and cherry pickers to move products within the warehouse and assist in packing, receiving and shipping tasks.

Candidates should have at least one year in a warehouse or logistics setting, basic computer and RF scanner familiarity, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safe practices.