Warehouse Worker - Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Penske Logistics; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated warehouse associates for their 2nd shift operations. This role offers a competitive wage of $20/hr plus additional shift differentials and a retention bonus after 90 days. Ideal candidates will be safety-conscious, possess strong organizational skills, and be ready to excel in a fast-paced environment. With opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package, this position is perfect for those looking to build a rewarding career in logistics. Join a team that values hard work and commitment, and enjoy the perks of working in a supportive atmosphere.

Benefits

Retention Bonus

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K

Associate Referral Program

Boot Allowance

Weekend Incentive

Qualifications

• No prior warehouse experience required but preferred.
• Ability to work in non-climate-controlled conditions required.
• Regular, predictable attendance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Accurately match numbers & letters and stage products for loading.
• Load and unload trailers while maintaining a clean work area.
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to transport items.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Customer Service

Multi-tasking

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet Jacks

Warehouse Management System

Job description

Warehouse Worker - Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

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Penske Logistics is looking for warehouse associates to become part of an excellent team. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are safety conscious and have a pleasant, outgoing attitude who want to excel in a warehouse environment.

Why is Penske Logistics for you?

We take pride in offering a competitive wage and great benefits including:

2nd Shift: Sunday - Wednesday or Thursday - Saturday, 3pm until finish

Pay: $20.00/h + $1.00/h Shift Differential

Weekend Incentive: Additional $2.00/hr for perfect attendance on Saturday & Sunday.

Additional Benefits:

• $1500 Retention bonus after 90-days of employment
• Paid Time Off
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• Associate Referral Program
• $125 Boot allowance after 90-days of employment
  
  

Our associates also enjoy numerous associate discounts and opportunities to grow with the organization!

• Cold Storage facility: 34° F to 55° F
  
  

Job Responsibilities:

• Accurately match numbers & letters
• Accurately stage and sort products for loading
• Loads and unloads trailers
• Opens and closes dock doors
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Stacks cardboard boxes and pallets
• Move materials within the warehouse
• Complies with all safety requirements
• Package or kit finished product for shipping (shrink wrapping, boxing, labeling)
• Electronically scan products using a warehouse management system
• Quality control
• Ensure damaged products are identified and removed when received
• Complete daily logs
• Communicate with associates from other shifts
• Attach identifying tags to containers, or mark them with identifying information
• Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments and material and equipment needs
• Record numbers of units handled and moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets
• Reads production schedule, customer order, work order, shipping order, or requisition to determine items to be moved,
  
  

gathered, or distributed

• Sorts and stores perishable goods in refrigerated rooms
• Weighs or counts items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards
• Uses computer to enter records
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks and a variety of warehouse mechanical equipment (where applicable)
• Operate forklifts or pallet jacks to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several
  
  

locations for shipment (where applicable)

• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor
  
  

Qualifications:

• No prior warehouse experience required but preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Proficient reading skills and ability to follow directions required
• Ability to work independently, customer service, dealing with others, multi-tasking skills, organizational skills, flexible, excellent with numbers and time management skills required
• Flexible to work overtime preferred
• Ability to work in non-climate-controlled conditions required
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• Ability to work independently, customer service, multi-tasking skills, organizational skills, flexible, and time management skills required
• Willingness to work the required schedule, work at the specific location required
• Complete a Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening required.
  
  

This position is designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The associate will be required to remember and understand certain instructions, guidelines, or other information. The associate must be able to see and verbally communicate. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.
  
  

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits:

Our excellent benefits plan keeps associates and their families happy, healthy and secure. To learn more visit

https://penske.jobs/benefits/

Salary: $20/hr + $1.00 Shift Differential

Application Deadline: Ongoing

About Penske Logistics

Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.

Job Category: Warehouse

Job Family: Warehouse

Address: 18901 E. 38th Ave

Primary Location: US-CO-Aurora

Employer: Penske Logistics LLC

Req ID: 2504897

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Truck Transportation

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