Lift Truck Specialist

Novolex•Bridgeview, IL

4d•$24 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Lift Truck Operator (Inventory) is responsible for the safe and accurate movement, storage, and tracking of raw materials and finished goods in a high-volume manufacturing environment. The position supports inventory accuracy through material handling, cycle counting, SAP transactions, and inventory control activities while following safety standards, operating procedures, and company policies. The role operates sit-down forklifts, stand-up reach trucks, and other powered industrial equipment to move, stage, store, and retrieve materials throughout the facility. It supports shipping, receiving, production supply, warehouse operations, inventory counts, inventory investigations, and SAP inventory and load management transactions. The position also serves as a backup for Inventory Control Lead responsibilities when required. This position is based in Bridgeview, Illinois, and offers a Monday–Friday, eight-hour day shift. Pay is $23.69–$25.11 per hour, paid weekly.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
At least two years of sit-down forklift experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment.
At least one year of stand-up reach truck experience.
Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
Experience with inventory control processes, cycle counting, and inventory reconciliation.
Experience using SAP, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), RF scanners, or similar inventory management systems.
Ability to accurately complete inventory and material movement transactions.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and analytical abilities.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and climb throughout the workday.
Ability to operate powered industrial equipment for extended periods.
Ability to work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment with varying temperatures and conditions.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience supporting inventory control functions.
Experience in high-volume manufacturing operations.
Knowledge of warehouse best practices, inventory management principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience serving in a lead or backup inventory control role.

Responsibilities

Safely operate sit-down forklifts, stand-up reach trucks, and other powered industrial equipment.
Move, transfer, stage, store, and retrieve raw materials and finished goods throughout the facility.
Complete material movements accurately, accountably, and in accordance with established procedures and timelines.
Support shipping, receiving, production supply, and warehouse operations as required.
Maintain organized storage locations and follow proper inventory rotation practices, including FIFO where applicable.
Support daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual inventory activities; perform cycle counts and assist with physical inventory counts.
Complete SAP inventory and load management transactions, including cycle counts, pick lists, Post Goods Issue (PGI), inventory transfers, and adjustments.
Investigate and help resolve inventory discrepancies and location variances.
Verify material quantities, locations, lot numbers, and product information.
Back up Inventory Control Lead responsibilities when required.
Perform daily forklift inspections and promptly report equipment concerns.
Follow Critical Safety Rules, Standards of Conduct, plant procedures, company policies, OSHA requirements, plant safety standards, truck and railcar safety rules, and attendance expectations.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Provide excellent service to internal and external customers; collaborate with team members and assist with daily assignments as needed.
Build and maintain positive working relationships across departments.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.