Material Handler (Forklift Operator)- All shifts!

RJW Logistics Group • Lemont, IL

7d • $20 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

RJW Logistics Group is hiring a Material Handler (Forklift Operator) for all shifts. This role is crucial for operating forklifts safely and efficiently, handling all freight inbound or outbound properly and orderly, maintaining the warehouse area with orderly stacking and good housekeeping, and loading/unloading trucks and trailers safely. The position ensures all shipments are correctly staged, checked, and loaded properly, and is responsible for storing stock in the warehouse. RJW Logistics Group emphasizes that "OUR PEOPLE ARE OUR FUTURE. THAT’S WHY THEY COME FIRST." They are committed to hiring and developing talent who want to make an impact and be part of an industry-leading organization, focusing on employee success and continuous innovation in retail logistics. A key feature of employment at RJW is the Employee Ownership Program, which allows dedicated team members to become co-owners of the company, offering potential for increased earnings, a deeper sense of belonging, and a collaborative work environment at no cost to the employee.

Requirements

• EXPERIENCE with WALKIE RIDER or STAND UP REACH TRUCK REQUIRED
• Ability to operate sit down forklift and /or EPJs.
• General understanding of computers and handheld RF equipment.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English.
• Attention to detail and quality a must.
• Good communication, clear and concise, problem resolution, and people skills.
• Flexibility in working overtime when needed, and supplying coverage to other shifts.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse.
• High School Diploma or general education diploma (GED).
• 3-6 months of forklift driving experience in a warehouse using sit down forklifts and Electric Pallet Jacks.
• Experience in building pallets with stock and breaking down stock to fill independent orders.
• Experience in cross docking freight process.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rates, ratios, percentages and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to determine "root cause" of problem and determine corrective action.
• Knowledge of Business Operating Systems, Internet software, Word Processing, and Spreadsheet software.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to activate phone systems utilizing keyboards and buttons.
• Must be articulate and comfortable speaking in front of others.
• Regularly works in an indoor/office environment and required to sit and/or use repetitive hand motion.
• Frequently required to talk, hear, bend over, squat, reach, push, pull, stand and walk.
• Must be able to work in excess of continuous 8 hours when required.
• Must be able to work under stressful situations, have good cognitive skills, maintain work accuracy, and the ability to concentrate on more than one task at a time.
• Must have the ability to read and discern visual images on a variety of media with 20/20 corrected vision.
• Must be able to speak and communicate clearly over telephones.
• Must be in sound physical health as determined by a certified licensed physician with no evidence of the use of controlled substances.
• Must be able to work in excess of continuous 8 hours when required.
• Must be able to work under stressful situations, have good cognitive skills, maintain work accuracy, and the ability to concentrate on more than one task at a time.

Nice To Haves

• Warehousing certifications a plus.
• PC skills helpful.
• Not afraid of heights.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Handle all freight inbound or outbound properly and orderly.
• Maintain warehouse area with orderly stacking and good housekeeping.
• Load and unload RJW truck/trailers and outside carriers safely using proper procedures.
• Ensure all shipments are correctly staged, checked, and loaded properly.
• Properly store stock in the warehouse.
• Provide material handling services for warehouse shipping and receiving handling activities.
• Pick customer orders and load on trailers using a forklift.
• Maintain forklift safety at all times following all safety policies and procedures.
• Assist Cross Dock Supervisor to ensure efficient operation of the warehouse.
• Utilize RF Scanner, perform loading and unloading using forklift, QC, wrapping, staging, and labeling.
• Process outbound cross-dock freight as necessary.
• Oversee storing stock properly in the warehouse and moving product into dock staging lanes or racks.
• Record and verify the accuracy of shipments against paperwork for incoming and outgoing shipments/deliveries.
• Ensure all documentation and paperwork is properly completed.
• Complete daily forklift maintenance inspections.
• Handle all customer products properly and orderly.
• Check deliveries for poor packing, general condition of materials, and free of damage.
• Alert Warehouse Supervisor of any problems, taking pictures if necessary.
• Report all accidents/incidents, to employee, damage of stock, or building damage to the Shift Supervisor immediately.
• Spot trailers to maintain efficient yard organization and flow of equipment.
• Maintain access to dock doors both inside and outside the facility keeping them free of debris or snow.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by manager.

Benefits

• Attendance Incentive - Up to $2400 bonus for good attendance.
• Referral Bonus - Up to $500 per referral.
• Hiring Bonus - Up to $1000.
• Step increase program- Pay will increase by $.50 after 90 days and again after 180 days (Material Handlers Only).
• Certified/qualified Forklift/Walkie Rider/Cherry Picker drivers will receive an additional $0.50 per hr.
• Certified/qualified Reach Truck drivers will receive an additional $1.00 per hr.
• Employee Ownership Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED