Forklift Operator

Maersk•Northlake, TX

10d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us! If you are seeking to be a part of a family, this is the place for you! We are an integrated logistics company responsible for moving 20% of global trade annually. With a dedicated team of over 110,000 employees across 130 countries, we go all the way to connect and simplify global trade, and help our customers grow and thrive. We offer transportation services like FTL (Full Truckload), LTL (Less Than Truckload), brokerage, cross-border trucking, groupage, and sortation hubs, connecting Customer warehouses or depots or cross-dock/consolidation/deconsolidation facilities through a robust network led by best-in-class operations and technology. This integrated network will service multi-channels like B2B, B2C, B2B2C, e-commerce, direct to store, dropship, returns, and more, leveraging asset-based, asset-light, and non-asset models. We are seeking Forklift Operators in Northlake, IL. We have multiple shifts and days off available. Direct hire with benefits and PTO eligibility day 1!

Requirements

Forklift experience
Must be able to use forklifts, pallet jacks, and banding/shrink-wrap material
Experience using an RF scan gun is required
Must be able to work overtime as needed, occasional weekends
Must be able to read and comprehend work instructions well
Must have the ability to work well with others
High attention to detail required
Must have the ability to work well with others with little supervision
Must be able to lift 50+ lbs. unassisted
Must be able to speak, read, and write in English
1 year experience with sit-down forklift
1 year warehouse experience
This position requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
Position requires employees to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, use hands, reach, bend and lift objects above their head.
Employees must be able to regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds unassisted and use pallet jacks and forklifts.

Nice To Haves

Previous forklift certifications preferred

Responsibilities

Loading & unloading materials utilizing a hand truck, reach truck, or forklift.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Identify any discrepancies in receiving loads against manifest.
Utilizing manifest to pull route, stage freight, and assist Drivers in loading and unloading trucks.
Material handling may include one or more of the following: picking, packing, scanning, kitting (as applicable), counting products, and other like duties must ensure timeliness, packaging, and systems work is completed accurately.
Identifying and annotating overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D).
Safely operate warehouse equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.
Read and follow detailed and defined instructions in a fast-paced environment.
Ensure a safe and secure work environment, including all TSA and OSHA guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.