Forklift Operator, Days - Cold Storage

Van Drunen Farms • Manteno, IL

2d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing! At Van Drunen Farms, we’re not just providing ingredients; we’re providing people with purpose and possibility. As a trusted partner in delivering fruit, vegetable, herb, and grain-based ingredient solutions to companies around the globe, we’re striving to build a values-aligned workforce that embodies humility, integrity, passion, and excellence.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift certification required or willingness to become certified upon hire.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating warehouse equipment and working with RF scanners, inventory processes, or shipping documentation preferred.
• Strong time management, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Class B/CDL driver's license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts to move, store, transfer, and organize materials within the warehouse and cold storage environments.
• Use RF scanners, shipping documents, pick tickets, manifests, labels, and inventory systems to accurately process and track inventory.
• Pull products for shipment, transfer materials into storage locations, and support inventory accuracy through cycle counts and inventory verification activities.
• Inspect equipment and materials daily, identify issues, and promptly report concerns to leadership to maintain a safe and efficient workplace.
• Perform material handling activities while maintaining accurate documentation, counts, and inventory records.
• Support warehouse operations by following established procedures, maintaining organization, and assisting with additional warehouse duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full-time first shift schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Opportunities to develop skills in inventory management, logistics, material handling, and warehouse operations.
• Hands-on experience operating material handling equipment and supporting shipping, receiving, and storage functions.
• A role that provides exposure to warehouse processes critical to supporting production and customer fulfillment.

What This Job Offers

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