Forklift Operator (Weekend Shift)

CJ Logistics HR Team•Elwood, IL

32d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator safely and efficiently operates forklifts, electric pallet jacks (EPJ), and other material handling equipment to support accurate order fulfillment, inventory management, and daily warehouse operations. Responsibilities include loading, unloading, picking, putting away, and consolidating products while meeting CJ Logistics America’s safety and quality standards. The role is on-site in a warehouse and distribution center. The stated schedule is 6:30 AM–5:00 PM, Thursday through Sunday; hours may vary and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs. CJ Logistics provides integrated and multimodal logistics services as a lead logistics partner, third-party logistics provider, and supply chain consultant. Its North America region specializes in regulated industries including food and beverage, consumer-packaged goods, healthcare and medical supplies, and tire and automotive. The company emphasizes social responsibility, sustainability, employee and customer wellbeing, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent, or equivalent relevant experience.
At least six months of related warehouse or distribution experience.
Basic math and reading skills.
Ability to operate material handling equipment, including a forklift and electric pallet jack.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Effective problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
Ability to perform essential duties while adhering to safety and operational standards.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing or walking for extended periods, climbing, reaching, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures, noise, dust, odors, airborne particles, concrete floors, and moving equipment, and to wear required PPE.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a high-volume, fast-paced warehouse or logistics environment.
Prior experience with multiple types of forklifts and material handling equipment.
Prior experience with warehouse management systems (WMS).
Familiarity with electronic record-keeping and label-printing systems.
Experience collaborating with customer operations and inventory teams.

Responsibilities

Safely operate stand-up and/or sit-down forklifts to move, load, unload, pick, put away, and consolidate products.
Perform manual case picking and other material handling tasks, using equipment such as an electric pallet jack when needed.
Replenish inventory in appropriate storage bays and maintain accurate product placement.
Palletize, wrap, and stage products for shipment according to shipping requirements.
Assist with physical inventories and cycle counts as directed.
Visually inspect products and outbound shipments for accuracy and damage.
Audit outbound loads, resolve labeling discrepancies, and address shortages.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with company policies, OSHA requirements, and PPE protocols.
Participate in required safety and compliance training, including forklift and hazardous material handling.
Coordinate with warehouse associates, leads, and supervisors to meet daily productivity and service targets.
Promptly communicate product defects, inventory issues, and operational concerns to management.
Contribute to teamwork and continuous improvement.
Perform other related duties as assigned or required.