Forklift Operator - Immediate Start

Forklift Operator

Location: Lake Zurich, IL

Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (1‐hour lunch)

Assignment Type: Temp to Hire

Requirements: Resume / Interview / Authorization to work in the United States

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a Forklift Operator specialist to add to their team. This is a straightforward, hands‐on role ideal for someone who is dependable and comfortable with physical work.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Accurate and efficient fulfillment of customer orders following all applicable company guidelines
• Execute proper labeling and documentation for each customer order
• Safe handling of chemicals in every application
• Staging of clean and properly labeled and packaged customer orders
• Follow company guidelines for the proper handling of company issued hand held device
• Apply all necessary PPE required to work with applicable chemicals
• Daily logs of inspections of forklift and designated areas of the warehouse must be accurately maintained
• Safe operation of company fork lifts
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of warehouse
• Follow damaged product protocol in order to keep inventory protected and ready for customer ordering

Requirements:

• Self-directed, highly motivated individual with:
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to respond to requests for assistance and meet commitments.
• Extremely strong organizational skills
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills are necessary.

Education/Experience:

• Minimum two years’ warehouse experience.
• Forklift experience and proficiency a must.