3rd Shift CDL Spotter/Forklift Driver

Flex-N-Gate • Urbana, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Flex-N-Gate is seeking a skilled and motivated Spotter Driver to work primarily operating a forklift to load and unload shipments, and also drive a spotter truck to a sister plant approximately one mile away. The position requires a valid CDL, sit-down forklift experience, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to safety and quality. The work takes place inside and outside in a manufacturing facility that is not climate controlled.

The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM. The shift is eight hours, with mandatory overtime as needed; shifts may extend to 10–12 hours. Employees have two 10-minute breaks and a 20-minute meal break. Employees remain paid while clocked in and do not clock out for breaks taken on campus. Starting pay is $24.50 per hour, increasing to $25.00 after three months and $25.50 after six months. The position reports to the Shipping Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid CDL driver's license.
• Forklift certification.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Ability to see in the dark and in reduced-light conditions; vision of 20/40 with correction.
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Ability to occasionally lift items weighing up to 50 pounds; most lifting involves less than 10 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, use hands, reach above head and below shoulder level, communicate effectively, and climb in and out of a forklift and spotter truck.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move and hoist shipments from platforms to storage or work areas.
• Compare shipment identifying information and count, weigh, or measure items to verify them against bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records.
• Unpack and examine incoming shipments; reject damaged items, record shortages, and correspond with shippers to resolve damages and shortages.
• Complete department-required documentation.
• Drive the box truck and spotter truck.
• Work inside and outside while moving product.
• Change the 45-pound propane cylinder on the back of the forklift once per shift.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Medical, dental, prescription, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance, including short-term and long-term disability.
• Flexible spending account and health savings account.
• Paid vacation.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Safety training, new-hire orientation, and continuous learning and development programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED