Warehouse Forklift Operator: Growth & Training

Veritiv; Sycamore (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Veritiv is seeking a Forklift Operator in Sycamore, Illinois to receive, store, and distribute material within our warehouse. You will operate forklifts, read work orders, and prepare items for shipment.

The role requires 2+ years in a warehouse, ability to lift up to 75 pounds, and willingness to work in non-climate-controlled conditions. Forklift certification is a plus; High School Diploma is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memo.
• Ability to write short correspondence.
• Forklift certified a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely to transport materials between receiving, storage, production, and shipping areas; perform routine equipment inspections.
• Read and interpret work orders, shipping documents, and requisitions to accurately pick, move, or distribute items.
• Organize inventory by sorting and placing materials on shelves, racks, or bins according to type, size, or product code.
• Assemble and fulfill customer orders, prepared items for shipment, and loaded materials onto trucks as required.
• Maintain accurate inventory records by counting items, completing documentation, and using computer systems for data entry.
• Label materials with identifying information and opened containers (crates, bales, etc.) as necessary.
• Process clear and accurate paperwork related to inventory movement and shipping.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Veritiv is seeking a Forklift Operator in Sycamore, Illinois to receive, store, and distribute material within our warehouse. You will operate forklifts, read work orders, and prepare items for shipment.

The role requires 2+ years in a warehouse, ability to lift up to 75 pounds, and willingness to work in non-climate-controlled conditions. Forklift certification is a plus; High School Diploma is preferred.