Forklift Operator- 1st Shift

Saddle Creek Logistics Services • Joliet, IL

6d • $20 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Saddle Creek Logistics Services is hiring a Forklift Operator to load and unload trailers and railcars, transport products to designated areas, and support accurate warehouse operations. The role uses handheld scanners and other equipment to meet warehouse management system requirements, assists with inventory activities, and includes routine equipment maintenance and facility upkeep. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., in a warehouse that is not temperature controlled.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience operating a forklift.
• Ability to maintain productivity and accuracy standards.
• Ability to understand and carry out written, oral, or diagram-based instructions and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work in a non-temperature-controlled warehouse where indoor temperatures fluctuate through the seasons.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience working in a warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trailers and railcars and transport loads to designated areas.
• Check inbound and outbound products to ensure items and quantities are correct and products are undamaged.
• Use handheld scanners and equipment to comply with the warehouse management system.
• Assist with cycle counts and physical inventories.
• Recharge batteries, fill fuel tanks, or replace gas tanks.
• Perform daily equipment maintenance inspections.
• Follow company procedures and policies to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Follow company safety policies and guidelines to help ensure safe working conditions for self and others.
• Work cooperatively with other warehouse associates.
• Help keep the facility clean, neat, and orderly.
• Perform additional duties assigned by a supervisor.

Benefits

• Weekly pay with skill pay and shift differentials.
• Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and medical reimbursement.
• Medical employee-only premium under $10 per week with wellness discounts.
• Health Savings Account with annual employer contribution.
• Weekly 401(k) match.
• Vacation immediately upon hire.
• Eight holidays per calendar year.
• Personal time after 90 days.
• Employee Assistance Program and identity theft protection.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability.

What This Job Offers

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