General Labor (Project) (ID #548014)

Forklift Operator

West Chicago, Illinois

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable forklift operator to join our warehouse team. In this role, you will operate sit-down forklifts to load and unload materials, support inventory management, and ensure a safe and organized warehouse environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates safety awareness, efficiency, and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklifts to load, unload, and transfer goods within the warehouse
• Use RF scanners to track inventory movements accurately
• Unload materials from trucks and transfer them to designated storage areas
• Load materials onto trucks for outbound shipments
• Follow all warehouse safety procedures and utilize PPE as required
• Assist with general warehouse duties, including maintaining a clean and organized workspace
• Support inventory management activities using forklift and warehouse management tools
• Comply with all safety and operational protocols during daily tasks

Required Qualifications

• Experience operating sit-down forklifts
• Ability to unload and load materials using forklifts and RF scanners
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures
• Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs
• Availability to work scheduled hours and overtime as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with reach trucks (though rarely used)
• Prior warehouse or industrial experience

Tools / Equipment / Systems

• Sit-down forklift
• RF scanner

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, and operate a forklift for extended periods
• Adherence to PPE protocol, including wearing closed-toed shoes

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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