Warehouse Reach Truck Operator, 1st Shift

Essendant; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Essendant is seeking a Warehouse Reach Truck Operator for the 1st shift to join our inclusive team in Chicago. This full-time role involves operating forklifts and handling orders in a safe manner. We offer competitive pay along with generous benefits, including health coverage and paid time off.

Benefits

Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Paid Parental Leave

Generous PTO

401k with company match

Paid Weekly

Overtime paid after 8 hours

7 Paid Company Holidays

4 Floating Holidays

Qualifications

• Willingness to train on Cherry Pickers, Reach Trucks, Forklifts, and Electric Pallet Jacks.
• Ability to handle loads over 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working at heights up to 25+ feet.

Responsibilities

• Operate Cherry Pickers, Reach Trucks, Forklifts, and Electric Pallet Jacks.
• Perform full case order selecting and replenishment processing.
• Cross train on various equipment.

Skills

Ability to operate equipment safely

Understanding of heavy lifting

Job description

Warehouse Reach Truck Operator, 1st Shift

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Description

ESSENDANT Inc. is an inclusive team environment that values the contributions of its associates through a great culture, competitive pay, and generous benefits.

Description

ESSENDANT Inc. is an inclusive team environment that values the contributions of its associates through a great culture, competitive pay, and generous benefits.

Job title Warehouse Forklift/Reach Truck Operator

Schedule

• $17.70 per hour. PAID WEEKLY!
• 4 AM-12 PM
• Monday through Friday *NO WEEKENDS*
  
  

Major Responsibilities

• Requires operating Cherry Pickers, Reach Trucks, Forklifts, and Electric Pallet Jacks
• Full case order selecting
• Replenishment processing
• Must be willing to cross train
  
  

Skills/Knowledge Required:

• Understanding and willingness to train on equipment such as Cherry Pickers, Reach Trucks, Forklifts, and Electric Pallet Jacks
• Ability to operate equipment in a safe and controlled manner
• Ability to handle 50+ pounds and work at heights of up to 25+ feet
  
  

Benefits:

• Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision) & Paid Parental Leave
• Generous PTO
• 7 Paid Company Holidays + 4 Floating Holidays
• 401k with company match
• Paid Weekly
• Overtime paid after 8 hours
  
  

About Essendant

Essendant drives to be inclusive and celebrates diversity by starting with our associates. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment. We strongly encourage candidates to apply for opportunities, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. At Essendant we are building an elevated community by creating a safe and supportive work environment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, including or based on age, race, color, disability, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. People are what drives our company. We are one team with endless possibilities. We are Essendant.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Wholesale

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