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Forklift Operator

Apollo Forklift LLC
Tinley Park, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/21/2026

Job Summary
Join our dynamic warehouse team as a Forklift Operator, where your expertise in heavy equipment operation and materials handling will drive our distribution processes forward. In this energetic role, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating various types of forklifts and warehouse equipment to load, unload, and organize goods. Your keen attention to safety standards and mechanical knowledge will ensure smooth warehouse operations, supporting our commitment to timely order fulfillment and inventory accuracy. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in maintaining a safe workspace, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a thriving logistics operation.

Duties

  • Safely operate forklifts including reach trucks, clamp trucks, Hi-Lo lifts, and pallet jacks to load and unload shipments.
  • Conduct routine inspections and basic repairs on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
  • Manage materials handling tasks such as order picking, stacking pallets, and organizing inventory within the warehouse.
  • Utilize warehouse management systems (WMS) for accurate tracking of inventory movements and order processing.
  • Assist with shipping and receiving activities by verifying shipment contents and preparing goods for dispatch.
  • Support warehouse distribution efforts by efficiently moving materials across different areas of the facility.
  • Follow OSHA safety guidelines diligently while performing all tasks to maintain a safe working environment.

Experience

  • Proven experience operating heavy equipment such as forklifts, reach trucks, clamp trucks, or Hi-Lo lifts in a warehouse setting.
  • Strong understanding of warehouse management systems (WMS) and order picker operations.
  • Knowledge of OSHA safety standards related to equipment operation and materials handling.
  • Mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform basic equipment repairs and troubleshooting.
  • Prior experience in shipping & receiving, order picking, or warehouse distribution is highly desirable.
  • Ability to perform physical tasks including heavy lifting, stacking pallets, and long periods of standing or walking.
  • Basic math skills for inventory counts, measurements, and documentation accuracy. Join us as a Forklift Operator where your skills will keep our operations running smoothly! We value safety, efficiency, and teamwork — all essential ingredients for success in this vital role.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Health insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $23

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