Forklift Operator II

NFI Industries • North Aurora, IL

15h

About The Position

The Forklift Operator II operates material handling equipment to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise in a warehouse. The role requires safe and efficient operation of multiple types of forklift equipment and may also include order filling or order checking duties. Employees must spend at least 50% of their work time operating forklifts as a core job duty. The operator maintains productivity and accuracy while following safety procedures.

Requirements

• Must qualify for and pass NFI forklift certification.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective customer service skills and basic math competencies.
• Basic Excel skills and general computer proficiency.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• More than two years of forklift operation experience and/or experience using warehouse distribution equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate material handling equipment safely and efficiently while following work practices and safety procedures.
• Follow equipment safety protocols and complete and document required pre-operation inspections.
• Stack and store merchandise in designated rack locations.
• Safely unload inbound shipments and transport products to assigned storage locations.
• Pull, stage, and prepare products for outbound shipment.
• Verify the quantity and type of products loaded and shipped.
• Pick orders accurately, promptly, and with a focus on customer service.
• Move products from staging or storage areas into trailers for outbound loads.
• Maintain documentation and reports supporting inventory accuracy and product security.
• Assist with physical inventory and periodic cycle counts as directed.
• Rotate inventory according to company standards.
• Identify and report inventory discrepancies to the inventory control team and participate in resolving them.
• Use RF scanning devices to support accurate inventory management.
• Promptly report safety concerns, hazards, or incidents to management.
• Use basic Excel skills and general computer proficiency to complete required tasks.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required by the role and determined by management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• 401(k) plan.
• Wellness program.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• Other benefit plan options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed