Forklift Operator

Farmer Brothers • Northlake, IL

27d • $23 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator performs warehouse shipping, receiving, order-picking, inventory, and custodial duties. The role uses forklifts and other material-handling equipment to load and unload trucks, pallets, and trailers, and supports cycle counts and physical inventories. The operator accurately records inbound and outbound loads, maintains stored products, and helps ensure warehouse security, cleanliness, and sanitary conditions. Employees must follow safety regulations, keep their work area orderly, and wear appropriate personal protective equipment for their assigned work areas.

This is a full-time, day-shift warehouse position in Northlake, Illinois. The listed pay is $22.60 per hour. The employer states that compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and location, and that the role may include a comprehensive benefits package, potentially including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of general factory, warehouse, inventory, or industrial experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift certification.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds and remain on their feet for an extended period.
• Ability to read numbers and text accurately.
• Ability to use a material control system and computer terminal.
• Ability to learn to operate material-moving equipment, including forklifts and related machinery.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating a cherry picker, sit-down forklift, stand-up forklift, or rider forklift.
• Direct experience in item and line picking.

Responsibilities

• Receive customer orders, locate products, and pick the requested quantities, using forklifts or related equipment when needed.
• Load cartons and pallets onto trailers by hand or mechanical devices in preparation for shipment.
• Verify that picked products and quantities match orders to support accurate order fulfillment.
• Prepare labels and other shipment documentation.
• Unload inbound truckloads and verify shipments before delivering them to the correct storage locations or departments.
• Inspect incoming shipments to confirm items and quantities are correct.
• Sort and store incoming products and supplies, using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material-handling equipment as needed.
• Maintain stored products as required.
• Accurately record quantities of items and products received or distributed.
• Assist with cycle counts and physical inventories.
• Keep the warehouse clean and orderly, including removing trash and sweeping floors, while following housekeeping and safety guidelines.
• Follow safety regulations and wear appropriate personal protective equipment for assigned work areas.
• Help ensure warehouse security and sanitary conditions.

Benefits

• The employer says the comprehensive benefits package may include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Paid time off is provided in at least the amount required by applicable state or local laws.

What This Job Offers

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