FORKLIFT OPERATOR (2nd shift)

Lifeway Foods Inc•Niles, IL

74d•$0 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Lifeway Foods is seeking a Forklift Operator for their 2nd shift. The role involves safely transporting full and partial pallets within the warehouse using Order Pickers and assisting in other warehouse areas such as loading and unloading trucks. The company is a leading supplier of probiotic beverages and other fermented dairy products.

Requirements

Ability to follow instructions, read and speak English
Basic math and measurement skills
Minimum one year warehouse experience working on forklifts
Must be able to operate a Sit-down Forklift and Stand-up forklift
Must be able to lift 50lbs
Strong physical endurance
Ability to be on your feet for an 8-hour shift
Ability to kneel and maneuver through plant equipment

Responsibilities

Pulls appropriate stock inventory into pallets and transports pallets utilizing forklifts to and from docks; racks and bulk storage areas per facility standards.
Ensures the proper pallets are selected and put away in correct location.
Assists in other areas of the warehouse as needed including loading/unloading of trucks.
Follows proper maintenance and safety procedures to ensure safe operation, upkeep and storage of equipment.
Moves pallets in and out of the stretch wrapper area.
Meets or exceeds performance and productivity goals.
Additional duties as assigned