Job Description
Join SwiftLogistics Inc., Chicago's premier logistics provider, and secure your position in our urgent hiring initiative for certified Forklift Operators. We're expanding our 24/7 warehouse operations and need skilled professionals to drive our material handling success. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic work environment in one of America's busiest industrial hubs. Immediate start available for qualified candidates!
Responsibilities
- Operate forklifts and material handling equipment to move, load, and unload inventory safely and efficiently
- Inspect and maintain equipment daily, reporting malfunctions promptly
- Adhere to OSHA safety protocols and warehouse operational procedures
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize warehouse workflow
- Maintain accurate inventory documentation and digital records
- Support warehouse cleanliness and organization standards
- Train junior staff on equipment operation and safety best practices
Qualifications
- Valid OSHA-certified forklift operator license (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
- Minimum 2 years of industrial forklift operation experience
- Strong knowledge of warehouse safety regulations and protocols
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
- Basic computer literacy for inventory management systems
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays
- Pre-employment background check and drug test required