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Material Handler / Forklift Operator (2nd Shift - Full Time)

Cascade Coffee, LLC
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/18/2025 CLOSED ON 12/17/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler / Forklift Operator (2nd Shift - Full Time) position at Cascade Coffee, LLC?

Material Handler – Production Line Support (2nd Shift)

Cascade Coffee is a leading coffee manufacturer in the Pacific Northwest. For nearly 50 years, we've roasted, flavored, and packaged coffee for some of the biggest names in the industry. Our 150,000-square-foot facility supports over 50 million pounds of coffee production each year.

Position: Material Handler / Forklift Operator (2nd Shift) Pay: $21.25 – $22.25/hour Schedule: Monday – Friday, 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM Reports to: Warehouse Manager

Why Join Cascade Coffee?

We offer a great benefits package to support you and your family

  • Healthcare – Multiple medical, dental, and vision plans
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Company matches $1-for-$1, no waiting period
  • Life & Disability Insurance – Long-term coverage fully paid by us
  • Extra Insurance Options – Life, accident, and critical illness coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Mental and financial well-being resources
  • Paid Time Off – Generous vacation and sick time
  • Pet Insurance – Protect your furry friends
  • Cascade Cares – Monthly team events and engagement activities
  • Leadership Training – Learn and grow with industry-leading programs

What You'll Do

This is a forklift-heavy role focused on delivering packaging materials to production. You'll also help with general material handling tasks around the warehouse as needed. You'll work closely with leads to keep production lines moving without delay. * Deliver flavor ingredients, packaging, and line supplies to the right lines at the right time * Use a forklift or reach lift to move materials between storage, staging, and production areas * Help with wrap staging, pallet consolidation, and basic put-away * Follow delivery priority lists provided by the lead * Handle paperwork and reconcile deliveries accurately * Maintain clean, organized storage areas and follow all safety rules

What You Need * Forklift and/or reach lift experience or certification required * Ability to stay organized while multitasking * Able to lift 50 lbs occasionally and work in a warehouse environment * Strong communication and teamwork skills

Work Habits * Be dependable, detail-oriented, and safety-focused * Stay aware of changing production needs * Communicate any material shortages or delays to your lead

At Cascade Coffee, we value diversity and inclusion. We hire based on skills and performance, not race, gender, religion, or background.

Salary : $21 - $22

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