Forklift Operator- 1st Shift
About The Position
Saddle Creek Logistics Services is hiring a Forklift Operator to load and unload trailers and railcars, transport loads to designated areas, and support warehouse operations. The operator checks inbound and outbound products for accuracy and damage, uses handheld scanners and other equipment for warehouse management system compliance, and assists with cycle counts and physical inventories. The role also includes routine equipment upkeep, following safety and company procedures, maintaining a clean facility, and working cooperatively with other warehouse associates. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 3 PM, in Joliet. The warehouse is not temperature controlled, so indoor temperatures fluctuate with the seasons.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of experience operating a forklift.
- Maintain productivity and accuracy standards.
- Apply common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
- 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.
- Be able to work in a non-temperature-controlled warehouse where indoor temperatures fluctuate through the seasons.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- At least 1 year of experience working in a warehouse environment preferred.
Responsibilities
- Load and unload trailers and railcars and transport loads to designated areas.
- Check inbound and outbound products to confirm items and quantities are correct and identify damage.
- 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 maintenance inspections of equipment.
- Follow company procedures and policies to complete tasks in a timely manner.
- Follow company safety policies and guidelines to maintain 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 of less than $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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
