Forklift Operator-1St Shift (ID #547589)

Forklift Operator - Cherry Picker - 1st Shift

Elgin, Illinois

$18.58 per hour

Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM-2:30 PM

About the Role

The Forklift Operator - Cherry Picker operates a cherry picker/order picker to pick, stage, and move product safely and accurately in a warehouse environment. This role supports daily warehouse operations while meeting productivity, quality, production, and accuracy expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a cherry picker/order picker to pick product from racking locations.
• Accurately pick and stage orders using an RF scanner or pick tickets, as applicable.
• Perform basic equipment safety checks before operation.
• Move, stage, and organize pallets and cartons in designated areas.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Follow all warehouse safety rules and procedures.
• Assist with packing, labeling, and inventory support as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Recent experience operating a cherry picker/order picker in a warehouse environment.
• Forklift skills, including cherry picker, reach forklift, and sit-down forklift operation.
• Ability to work at heights and follow all safety procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with production and accuracy expectations.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality for a consistent Monday-Friday schedule.

Fair Chance & Background Checks: This position may require a background check consistent with applicable law. We comply with all Fair Chance, Ban-the-Box, and applicant rights laws. Reasonable Accommodation: We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs or practices in accordance with applicable law. Eligible employees may receive benefits required by applicable federal, state, or local law. Additional benefit eligibility, if any, is determined by Company policy, applicable benefit plans, the employee's classification, work location, and assignment. The Company reserves the right to modify the duties, responsibilities, qualifications, compensation, benefits, and other terms of employment at any time consistent with applicable law. Nothing in this job posting creates a contract of employment. Employment is at will where permitted by law. Partners Personnel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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