What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at FGS?
Freedom, a national Direct Mail Company based in Aurora, IL, is one of the largest, independently owned, privately held, direct mail marketing providers in the United States. Why Freedom? Because we are a leader in the direct mail space, investing in technology and resources to facilitate innovative ideas, driving true client delight. We’re looking to add an experienced Forklift Operator to the 1st and 3rd shift.
Forklift Operators are responsible for the movement of both raw stock and finished products within our facilities. This includes loading and unloading trucks as well as staging materials, adding or removing materials from warehouse racking.
In this position you will:
- Operate sitting and standing forklifts, clamp trucks, and power walkers.
- Conduct safety audits on the equipment at the start of each shift.
- Use Radio Frequency (RF) scanners to track the movement of materials.
- Complete all necessary paperwork for tasks performed on your shift.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Use warehouse management system to track inventory.
Experience and Education:
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Commitment to quality and safety.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to accurately read and compare a series of numbers.
- Prior experience operating material handling equipment.
- Basic computer skills in a Windows environment.
- Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus.
This full-time position includes the following benefits:
- Perfect Attendance Bonus
- Medical coverage
- Dental and Vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 401k saving plan, with company match
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays