Shipping Utility Forklift Operator - 10am Shipping

Bob's Discount Furniture • Shorewood, IL

5d • $18 - $20

About The Position

The Utility Equipment Operator supports both Shipping and Receiving processes and must be flexible enough to perform assignments in either area. The role involves operating industrial lift equipment and RF units, moving product, and following safety procedures throughout the distribution center.

The operator moves product from staging areas to rack shelving, floor locations, or stack racks, and moves product from those storage locations to the dock or bay area. Merchandise must be accurately scanned using an RF gun when placed. The position also requires maintaining a clean and safe work environment and complying with safety programs whether operating material-handling equipment or not. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to operate a variety of industrial lift equipment and RF units.
• Prior experience in a warehouse or distribution center environment.
• General understanding of distribution center operations.
• Experience using RF units to support accurate product movement.
• Ability to operate industrial lift equipment, including an order picker.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate proactively and effectively, comprehend and communicate detailed instructions, read and write, and understand commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures relevant to the position.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to lift or push/pull substantial product weight and meet the stated physical demands.

Nice To Haves

• Technical knowledge of WMS.

Responsibilities

• Perform assignments in both Shipping and Receiving as needed.
• Operate lift equipment and RF units.
• Move product from staging areas to rack shelving, floor locations, or stack racks.
• Move product from rack shelving, floor locations, or stack racks to the dock or bay area.
• Accurately scan merchandise using an RF gun when placing product.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Comply with safety programs while operating and not operating material-handling equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick leave, holidays, and a birthday day off.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with company match.
• Pet insurance.
• Employer-paid life insurance options.
• Tuition reimbursement, on-demand learning, and career progression pathways.
• Employee discount starting on Day 1 and exclusive partner discounts.

What This Job Offers

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