Forklift Operator 1

Reading Rock•Champaign, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Forklift Operators operate industrial lifts and industrial in-loaders to move materials around the work area and assist in packaging finished products. The position works Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with some possible Saturdays. The role has no supervisory responsibilities. Work takes place in manufacturing facilities with exposure to noise, fumes, and dust. Duties may include other related tasks assigned by a supervisor.

Requirements

Basic ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Ability to frequently lift heavy objects up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
Ability to walk and stand for long periods and perform strenuous physical labor.
Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects and sustain the physical effort required to handle heavy loads.
Good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination, with the ability to move arms and legs quickly.
Excellent stamina.
Ability to see and read reports, data, statistics, and information on computer screens.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
Forklift experience is a plus; employees will be trained.

Responsibilities

Operate forklifts, hoists, elevating platforms, and other lifting devices to load, unload, transport, or stack material.
Inspect product loads for accuracy and move them safely around the warehouse or facility to support timely and complete delivery.
Manually and mechanically load or unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, and other transport vehicles.
Position lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids, or boxes and secure materials or products for transport to designated areas.
Inspect forklift equipment.
Use a scanner device to track and ship products.
Clean equipment and perform yard housekeeping.
Perform inventory control and shoveling.
Operate wrapping machines and belt controls.
Assist in packaging finished products.