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Warehouse Forklift Operator - Shipping

Bob's Discount Furniture
Shorewood, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/15/2025

Job Title
Shipping Equipment Operator

Job Overview
The Shipping Equipment Operator is responsible for accurately picking product from the designated locations throughout the Distribution Center and staging the product at the proper loading areas. The operators utilize a cherry picker style lift and RF scanners in order to successfully complete their duties. Other responsibilities include:

  • Safely operate a Cherry Picker lift up to 40ft. in the air.
  • Utilize RF scanners in order to identify and locate product.
  • Load staged product from storage racks onto cherry picker lift.
  • Move product from lift into proper location in the loading area.
  • Cooperate with team members to complete tasks and set goals
  • All other duties as assigned

Schedule: Monday - Friday (Saturdays as needed), 5:00am Start Time

What You'll Bring to Bob's

At Bob's Discount Furniture, we value the unique skills and experiences that each candidate brings. Success in this role is driven by a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, behavioral and leadership skills, and customer focus. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy leveraging your skills to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Skills for Success

To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate strengths in the following skill areas:

Core Competencies & Expertise

  • Ability to safely and effectively operate forklift and/or cherry picker equipment.
  • General understanding of warehouse/distribution center operations.
  • Ability to communicate proactively and effectively including comprehending and communicating detailed instructions, reading and writing, and having knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures as required by the position.

Who We Are

At Bob's, we have fun, we love what we do, and we're growing fast! As one of the leading omni-channel furniture retailers in the country with over 200 stores, we're committed to creating a workplace that values skills-based hiring, diverse perspectives, and an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

How We Will Support Your Success

We know you have many choices when it comes to your career. At Bob's, we invest in your growth, well-being, and career advancement.

Compensation

  • Starting hourly pay at $20.00 - $22.00/hour (Based on experience)

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick leave, holidays, and your birthday!
  • 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with a generous company match
  • Pet Insurance and employer-paid Life Insurance options
  • Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement, on-demand learning, and career progression pathways
  • Employee Discount starting on Day 1, plus exclusive partner discounts
  • And so much more!

Our Culture & Core Values

At Bob's, we believe in fostering a positive, inclusive, and skill-driven work environment. Our core values-Honesty, Integrity, Transparency, Community, Safety, Diversity, Accountability, and Fun-guide everything we do. We're not just a workplace; we're a team that supports and celebrates each other!

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent experience in a Warehouse environment.
  • Must have experience operating forklift and/or cherry picker equipment.
  • Comfortable with heights up to 40ft. in the air.
  • Must be able to work flexible hours as determined by the needs of the department, which includes availability for weekends
  • Ability to communicate proactively and effectively including comprehending and communicating detailed instructions, reading and writing, and having knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures as required by the position.
  • Must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment with Bob's

Physical Demands

  • Able to sit, walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, push and handle and move items weighing up to 50 lbs without assistance.
  • Ability to move throughout all areas of the distribution center.
  • Move objects up to 250 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations
  • Stand and walk continuously to perform job functions.
  • Standing, walking, lifting, and arranging product: 90%
  • Sitting: 5%
  • Desk or phone work: 5%

Diversity is a Core Value at Bob's

At Bob's Discount Furniture, we want you to feel at home. Whether you're shopping with us or a part of the Bob's team, we want you to know that you are valued, appreciated, and free to be who you are.

We are committed to creating a place as diverse as the communities we serve.

Expected Base Pay Not Including Potential Commissions, Incentive, Bonus, etc. Opportunities:

$20.00 - $22.00/hour (Based on Experience)


It is policy of Bob's Discount Furniture, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against or harassed because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state or local law.

If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact talentacquistionteam@mybobs.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.


It is policy of Bob’s Discount Furniture, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against or harassed because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state or local law.

If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact _hrsupport@mybobs.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

 

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