Forklift Operator

Learning Resources • Vernon Hills, IL

6h • Onsite

About The Position

Learning Resources® is a growing, family-owned company known for its award-winning educational toys and pet brand Brightkins®. They are seeking a Forklift Operator to join their Shipping team at the Hand2Mind Distribution Center in Vernon Hills, Illinois. This role is responsible for ensuring assigned workload is completed with maximum accuracy and efficiency, including customer order picking, replenishing, shipping activities, and daily assignments to support these activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Forklift certification, or ability to be certified to operate powered equipment is required for this position.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), order management software, and label printing systems.
• Flexible to work weekends and extended periods of time when needed.
• Strong ability to ensure order accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to effectively coordinate with warehouse teams and supervisors.
• Forklift certification required

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment as necessary to move materials while complying with all safety and operating rules.
• Fulfill customer orders, which includes working within an assigned zone, using RF scanners, and accurately picking orders according to location, product code, lot number, and quantity requested.
• Replenish locations with finished product as requested (reverse pick).
• Clean, maintain and ensure proper housekeeping in the facility to meet and exceed GMP requirements.
• Comply with Company policies and procedures
• Other duties for this role will be assigned as necessary/appropriate.
• Communicate with warehouse personnel and supervisors to maintain a seamless fulfillment process.
• Follow all safety guidelines and warehouse procedures to ensure compliance.

Benefits

• profit sharing bonus potential
• 401k matching
• a variety of other benefits (details can be found here [https://webringlearningtolife.com/culture-benefits-dei#benefits])

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees