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Forklift Operator, Putaway
European Imports- Arlington Heights - IL
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Job ID R248782 Date posted 05/04/2026
Employment Type Full time
Company name US1319 European Imports, Inc.
Compensation $10.00 - $48.00
Compensation Range The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.
Job Profile Summary This role operates and maintains equipment associated with warehouse activity and performs other related duties as required. Control flow of products being received into the warehouse. RESPONSIBILITIES Conform to appropriate equipment (i.e., tugs, forklifts, pallet jacks) operation rules and practices to reduce accidents and injuries. Guarantee that assigned equipment is maintained and clean; report repair or service needs to the manager to reduce equipment damage. Observe all safety rules, regulations, and sanitation policies to reduce accidents, injuries, and equipment damage. Use equipment horns when driving out of storage areas, into obstructed view areas, and when entering walkways or row intersections to reduce accidents, injuries, and equipment damage. Plug equipment into a power source when not in use to ensure the availability of fully operational equipment. QUALIFICATIONS Experience 2 years of warehouse experience. Requirement Pass mandatory ergonomics testing. Professional Skills Working knowledge of Sysco safety and security policies, equipment associated with warehouse activities and the operation of the equipment. Demonstrated ability to disseminate numerical data. Manage work time efficiently. Follow procedures and policies. Perform basic mathematical calculations. Identify and solve problems Must be able to manage the pressures and stress associated with a deadline-oriented atmosphere. Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk and hear. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities that may be required by this job include close vision and distance vision. The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Description
This role operates and maintains equipment associated with warehouse activity and performs other related duties as required. Control flow of products being received into the warehouse.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Conform to appropriate equipment (i.e., tugs, forklifts, pallet jacks) operation rules and practices to reduce accidents and injuries.
Guarantee that assigned equipment is maintained and clean; report repair or service needs to the manager to reduce equipment damage.
Observe all safety rules, regulations, and sanitation policies to reduce accidents, injuries, and equipment damage.
Use equipment horns when driving out of storage areas, into obstructed view areas, and when entering walkways or row intersections to reduce accidents, injuries, and equipment damage.
Plug equipment into a power source when not in use to ensure the availability of fully operational equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience
2 years of warehouse experience.
Requirement
Pass mandatory ergonomics testing.
Professional Skills
Working knowledge of Sysco safety and security policies, equipment associated with warehouse activities and the operation of the equipment.
Demonstrated ability to disseminate numerical data.
Manage work time efficiently.
Follow procedures and policies.
Perform basic mathematical calculations.
Identify and solve problems
Must be able to manage the pressures and stress associated with a deadline-oriented atmosphere.
Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk and hear.
Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities that may be required by this job include close vision and distance vision.
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Overview Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We're looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.
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