The Warehouse Forklift Operator is responsible for transporting incoming freight from staging areas to designated inventory storage locations and replenishing pick slots to support production and order fulfillment. This position ensures all work is completed safely and in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), quality standards, and company procedures while maintaining an efficient flow of materials throughout the warehouse.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Review daily work schedules and perform pre-shift safety inspections on equipment.
Obtain necessary supplies and prepare for daily operations.
Receive, locate, verify, and transport incoming freight using a forklift, hi-lift, or power jack.
Inspect products for damage, quality concerns, and temperature compliance; take corrective action as needed.
Store materials in the appropriate warehouse locations and update inventory information using RF scanners or handheld devices.
Replenish pick locations with inventory based on upcoming production and order requirements.
Rotate inventory to ensure proper stock rotation and remove outdated products in accordance with company policies.
Manage overstock inventory and distribute products to available storage locations.
Remove and dispose of empty pallets, packing materials, and strapping materials.
Inspect, stack, and store pallets safely.
Perform general housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Replace and recharge forklift batteries as required.
Complete equipment inspection checklists and all required documentation.
Secure equipment and complete end-of-shift responsibilities.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support warehouse operations.
Job Requirements
Education:
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience required.
Experience:
6 to 12 months of warehouse experience required.
Previous forklift and/or power jack operation experience preferred.
1 to 2 years of warehouse experience within the foodservice industry preferred.
Experience operating stand-up and reach forklifts preferred.
Freezer warehouse experience preferred.
Certifications:
Forklift/Power Jack training and certification required.
OSHA Forklift Operator Certification preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Frequent bending, twisting, standing, and sitting.
Ability to lift and move materials as required.
Ability to work in varying warehouse environments, including freezer conditions.
Skills & Qualifications:
Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts and power jacks.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality standards.
Experience using RF scanners and handheld inventory devices preferred.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
Schedule:
1st Shift: 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Overtime may be required based on business needs.
Shifts may extend to 10-12 hours per day when necessary.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Bolingbrook, IL
Skills
Cargo/Freightunmatched
Corporate Policiesunmatched
Corrective Actionunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Forkliftunmatched
GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)unmatched
Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
Inventory Managementunmatched
Material Movingunmatched
Mobile Devicesunmatched
OSHAunmatched
Operational Supportunmatched
Operationsunmatched
Order/Customer Fulfillmentunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Pallet Jackunmatched
Physical Demandsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Product Packagingunmatched
Production Supportunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Safety Standardsunmatched
Stock Rotationunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Warehousingunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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