Warehouse Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift Receiving

Bob's Discount Furniture; Shorewood (IL); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (vacation, personal days

401(k) with company match

Employee discount

Tuition reimbursement and career-paths

Job summary

Bob’s Discount Furniture is seeking a Receiving Equipment Operator to accurately put away products throughout the Distribution Center using a cherry picker lift and RF scanners. The role requires operating equipment up to 40 feet, loading from the dock, and placing items into designated storage locations while maintaining safety and teamwork.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or equivalent, experience with forklifts/cherry pickers, and the flexibility to work evenings and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience operating forklift and/or cherry picker.
• Comfortable with heights up to 40 ft.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Cherry Picker lift up to 40ft in the air.
• Utilize RF scanners to identify and locate product.
• Load staged product from dock area onto cherry picker lift.
• Move product from lift into proper location on storage racks.
• Cooperate with team members to complete tasks and set goals.
• Contribute to a company culture that champions honesty, integrity, diversity, and community.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Cherry picker

RF scanners

Job description

Receiving Equipment Operator

The Receiving Equipment Operator is responsible for accurately putting away product in the designated locations throughout the Distribution Center. The operators utilize a cherry picker style lift and RF scanners in order to successfully complete their duties.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Cherry Picker lift up to 40ft in the air.
• Utilize RF scanners in order to identify and locate product.
• Load staged product from dock area onto cherry picker lift.
• Move product from lift into proper location on the storage racks.
• Cooperate with team members to complete tasks and set goals.
• Contribute to a company culture that champions honesty, integrity, diversity, and community.
• All other duties as assigned.

Schedule

Monday - Friday (Saturdays as needed) 4:00pm start time

What You’ll Bring to Bob’s

At Bob’s Discount Furniture, we value the unique skills and experiences that each candidate brings. Success in this role is driven by a combination of technical expertise, problem‑solving abilities, behavioral and leadership skills, and customer focus. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy leveraging your skills to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Skills for Success

• General understanding of warehouse or distribution center operations.
• Safely and efficiently operate forklift and/or cherry picker equipment.
• Ability to communicate proactively and effectively including comprehending and communicating detailed instructions, reading and writing, and having knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures as required by the position.
• Ability and willingness to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently.

Who We Are

At Bob’s, we have fun, we love what we do, and we’re growing fast! As one of the leading omni-channel furniture retailers in the country with over 200 stores, we’re committed to creating a workplace that values skills‑based hiring, diverse perspectives, and an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

How We Will Support Your Success

We know you have many choices when it comes to your career. At Bob’s, we invest in your growth, well‑being, and career advancement.

Compensation

Starting hourly pay at $20.00 - $22.00/hour (Based on Experience)

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick leave, holidays, and your birthday!
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with a generous company match
• Pet Insurance and employer‑paid Life Insurance options
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement, on‑Demand learning, and career progression pathways
• Employee Discount starting on Day 1, plus exclusive partner discounts
• And so much more!

Our Culture & Core Values

At Bob’s, we believe in fostering a positive, inclusive, and skill-driven work environment. Our core values—Honesty, Integrity, Transparency, Community, Safety, Diversity, Accountability, and Fun—guide everything we do. We’re not just a workplace; we’re a team that supports and celebrates each other!

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience in a Warehouse environment.
• Must have experience operating forklift and/or cherry picker equipment.
• Comfortable with heights up to 40ft in the air.
• Must be able to work flexible hours as determined by the needs of the department, including availability for weekends as needed.
• Ability to communicate proactively and effectively including comprehending and communicating detailed instructions, reading and writing, and having knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures as required by the position.
• Must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment with Bob’s.

Physical Demands

• Able to sit, walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, push and handle and move items weighing up to 50 lbs without assistance.
• Ability to move throughout all areas of the distribution center.
• Move objects up to 250 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Stand and walk continuously to perform job functions.
• Standing, walking, lifting, and arranging product: 90%; Sitting: 5%; Desk or phone work: 5%.

Diversity is a Core Value at Bob’s

At Bob’s Discount Furniture, we want you to feel at home. Whether you’re shopping with us or a part of the Bob’s team, we want you to know that you are valued, appreciated, and free to be who you are. We are committed to creating a place as diverse as the communities we serve.

Expected Base Pay

Not Including Potential Commissions, Incentive, Bonus, etc. Opportunities: $20.00 - $22.00/hour (Based on Experience)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is policy of Bob’s Discount Furniture, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against or harassed because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state or local law.

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