Demo

3rd shift Forklift Driver

Blackhawk Corrugated
Carol Stream, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/27/2026

BlackHawk Corrugated, is a corrugated Sheet Company in the heart of Carol Stream, Illinois. BlackHawk is dedicated to providing the industry with the highest quality products and services. We are part of the Atlantic Packaging’s U.S. Corrugated Division

The Atlantic Packaging Group (APG) is a North American leader in sustainable packaging solutions, offering corrugated, decorative, recycling and paper bag products. Headquartered in Canada with U.S. operations, APG focuses on collaboration, innovation and strong customer partnerships. With 3,600 employees, 80 years in business and operates 20 facilities across North America. Its Canadian operations include Atlantic Packaging Products (Ontario) and Mitchel Lincoln (Quebec), while its U.S. operations include York Container, Skybox Packaging, Standfast Group, BlackHawk Corrugated and Champion Container.

We are looking for a motivated, reliable, Forklift Operator with 2 years of forklift experience in a manufacturing environment and handling material without the use of pallets on our 3rd shift. The hours are 10pm -6am M-F with occasional mandatory overtime on Sunday night. Must be flexible and willing to work overtime as needed. The pay rate is $24.89 per hour plus a shift differential of $1 per hour.

This job requires you to complete a background check and pass a drug test. We also participate in E-Verify.

Job Title: Forklift Operator/Shipper

Summary

The Corrugator Forklift Operator/Shipper is responsible for routing and transporting loads of corrugated board from the Corrugator via powered and/or gravity conveyor and by operating a fork truck.

Summary of Responsibilities includes the following:

· Routes units of finished sheets to the unitizer or loads of in-process board to the converting department.

· Transports loads on powered or gravity conveyor or moves loads with a fork truck.

· Inserts Finished Goods Load Tags or In-process Tags into loads as required.

· Operates the bander to unitize units of finished sheets and some in-process loads.

· Inspects the quality of the loads from the corrugator and removes defective sheets from the loads.

· Maintains good housekeeping and finished sheets storage areas at the corrugator.

· Stacks and stores units as required.

· Load orders onto trailer as required.

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without accommodation. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memo; ability to write simple correspondence; ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

Employees must be able to use basic key boarding to enter production and/or product information into the computer system as needed. (i.e. customer information, production etc.)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Must possess a Fork Truck Operator’s license.

Other Skills and Abilities:

Employees must be able to accurately read and utilize a tape measure, ruler and/or other measuring device if necessary.

BlackHawk offers a competitive compensation package and benefit package including; medical, dental, vision, life, disability and 401K.

BlackHawk is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Pay: $24.89 - $25.89 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $26

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a 3rd shift Forklift Driver?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the 3rd shift Forklift Driver career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$39,089 - $49,080
Income Estimation: 
$47,432 - $61,916
Income Estimation: 
$46,327 - $63,969
Income Estimation: 
$46,554 - $64,445
Income Estimation: 
$40,922 - $54,146
Income Estimation: 
$53,120 - $69,174
Income Estimation: 
$50,113 - $64,377
Income Estimation: 
$61,656 - $78,069
Income Estimation: 
$59,875 - $77,824
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Blackhawk Corrugated

  • Blackhawk Corrugated Carol Stream, IL
  • Job Summary We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Maintenance Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial... more
  • 2 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other 3rd shift Forklift Driver jobs in the Carol Stream, IL area that may be a better fit.

  • DSV - Global Transport and Logistics Aurora, IL
  • DSV - Global transport and logistics In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the ... more
  • 2 Days Ago

  • PRETIUM Aurora, IL
  • SUMMARY Load, unload and move materials to facilitate the receipt of supplies and shipment of product. An incumbent may or may not perform all of the dutie... more
  • 5 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!