Stand Up Forklift Operator

Job Description:

Now hiring for a Stand Up Forklift Operator

Location: Romeoville, IL

Pay Rate: $22.75 per hour

Schedule: 2nd Shift, 2:30 PM - 10:30 PM

• A Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, & Saturday (Off Friday & Sunday)
• B Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, & Saturday (Off Wednesday & Sunday)
• C Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, & Saturday (Off Tuesday & Sunday)

The Real Warehouse MVPs Drive Forklifts.

Looking for Stand Up Forklift Operator jobs in Romeoville where your equipment skills keep warehouse operations moving? This opportunity lets you safely transport materials, support inventory movement, and help maintain efficient warehouse and distribution operations.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role, please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Forklift Operator career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse training or powered industrial truck training is beneficial.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of stand-up forklift experience required
• Previous warehouse, distribution, or logistics experience preferred
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment
• Strong attention to detail and inventory accuracy
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Job Duties

• Operate a stand-up forklift safely and efficiently
• Move, store, and retrieve materials within the warehouse
• Load and unload product as needed
• Transport pallets to designated warehouse locations
• Assist with inventory movement and stock rotation
• Follow warehouse safety procedures and equipment operating guidelines
• Maintain productivity and accuracy standards
• Support shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations as assigned

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to work in a freezer environment for the duration of the shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the workday
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment in cold temperatures
• Steel-toe shoes required
• Freezer gear required and provided as applicable

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Warehouse Environment with opportunities for advancement and continued equipment training.

Good Vibes Only. Ask Keriann.

"I love my coworkers." -Keriann, Staffmark Associate

What You Will Do

As a Stand Up Forklift Operator you will safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize materials throughout warehouse and manufacturing operations. You will inspect equipment before use, replenish inventory locations, support shipping and receiving activities, verify product movement, maintain inventory accuracy, and help ensure safe, efficient material handling throughout the facility.

The Stand Up Forklift Operator helps warehouses operate efficiently through safe forklift operation, organized inventory movement, and dependable material handling. This role requires strong work habits, equipment awareness, and commitment to workplace safety.

Successful Stand Up Forklift Operator professionals understand material handling procedures, warehouse layouts, and inventory accuracy while supporting production, shipping, and receiving activities. Reliable performance contributes directly to operational excellence.

This career offers meaningful opportunities for individuals who enjoy warehouse equipment and logistics.

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at https://smgroupna.com/privacy-notice-for-candidates-and-employees-contractors. By applying, you consent to receive AI-generated and non-AI-generated calls, texts, or emails from Staffmark Group, its affiliates, and partners. Frequency varies and message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel or HELP for help.

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.