Forklift Driver 3rd Shift

Pures Food Specialties•Melrose Park, IL

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Forklift Operator to join the team for the third shift. The position involves operating forklifts to move goods safely and efficiently in a manufacturing facility. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with Saturdays when needed, from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Compensation is $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

1–3 years of certified forklift experience.
Basic math skills.
Ability to communicate and read labels in English.
Ability to frequently carry or lift 50 pounds or more.

Nice To Haves

Sit-down forklift experience.
Pallet jack experience.
Bilingual communication skills.

Responsibilities

Monitor and maintain inventory.
Organize and safely secure boxes, bales, pallets, and super stacks.
Pick orders from inventory using a pick sheet.
Shrink-wrap pallets for shipping.
Weigh products and loads and record weights.
Move hazardous materials.
Report faulty equipment, rack damage, and other potential safety hazards.
Take certification update courses.
Maintain a clean work area.
Review production schedules to determine movement, deliveries, and material requirements.
Maintain equipment by cleaning, oiling, recharging, and refueling it as needed.
Consult and coordinate with managers, employees, other departments, and equipment manufacturers regarding loading and unloading operations.
Attend meetings with managers and coworkers.
Prepare, present, and/or approve bills of lading.
Check in and approve new shipments.
Perform quality checks and report quality variances through the proper channels.
Follow uniform requirements and ensure older products are picked first by rotating stock.
Remain alert to other employees in the work zone.
Use radio frequency equipment as needed for picking, put-away, receiving, and load functions.
Comply with OSHA standards.