Job Description
Join our dynamic logistics team as a Forklift Operator in Chicago! We're urgently seeking experienced professionals to drive our warehouse operations forward. Enjoy competitive pay, generous overtime opportunities, and a stable full-time role with growth potential. Work in a fast-paced environment where your skills directly impact efficiency and safety. Apply today to start your career with a leader in supply chain management!
Responsibilities
- Operate forklifts (sit-down and stand-up) safely to move, load, and unload materials
- Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs
- Manage inventory using scanning systems and maintain accurate records
- Collaborate with warehouse team to optimize loading/unloading workflows
- Adhere strictly to OSHA safety protocols and company policies
- Assist in organizing storage areas for maximum space utilization
- Train new hires on equipment operation and safety procedures
Qualifications
- Valid OSHA-certified forklift certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
- Minimum 1 year of industrial forklift operation experience
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
- Basic computer literacy for inventory management systems
- Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as needed
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
- High school diploma or equivalent required