Forklift Operator

Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented PIV (Powered Industrial Vehicle) Operator to join our dynamic warehouse team. In this role, you will be responsible for safely operating various types of heavy equipment, including reach trucks, clamp trucks, Hi-Lo forklifts, and pallet jacks, to efficiently load, unload, and transport materials within our distribution center. Your expertise in warehouse management systems and materials handling will ensure smooth operations and timely order fulfillment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment where safety, precision, and teamwork are paramount.

PIV Operator

Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $18.25 to $18.75.00 Per Hour
Location: 600 W Irving Park Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused PIV Operator (Powered Industrial Vehicle Operator) to join our warehouse team. In this role, you will safely and efficiently move materials throughout the warehouse using powered industrial equipment to support inbound, storage, picking, and outbound operations.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, comfortable working at heights, and able to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Key Responsibilities:- Material Handling & Equipment Operation

• Safely operate powered industrial equipment including:
• Forklift
• Reach truck
• Order picker
• Turret truck
• Load, unload, transport, stack, and retrieve materials, including elevated storage locations
• Perform pre-shift equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns
• Follow all warehouse safety procedures, policies, and operational standards

Order Fulfillment & Accuracy

• Pick and retrieve products using pick lists, RF scanners, or warehouse systems
• Verify product descriptions, quantities, and storage locations to ensure order accuracy
• Pack, label, and stage orders to reduce damage and support efficient shipping

Inventory Movement & Organization

• Support put-away, replenishment, and inventory consolidation activities
• Maintain organized and accurate storage locations
• Report inventory discrepancies, damages, or operational issues to supervisors

Warehouse Operations Support

• Assist with receiving and staging inbound shipments
• Transport materials between warehouse departments
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Forklift certification or ability to become certified
• Ability to regularly lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the shift
• Comfortable working at heights
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English or Spanish
• Availability for overtime, weekends, and flexible shift schedules

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of warehouse or material handling experience
• Prior experience operating powered industrial equipment (PIV)
• Familiarity with RF scanners, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), or inventory systems

What Success Looks Like

We’re looking for team members who demonstrate:

Safety First – Follows all safety procedures, completes equipment inspections, and never bypasses protocols.

Spatial Awareness – Maintains awareness of pedestrians, racking, and overhead clearances while operating equipment.

Accuracy at Pace – Verifies picks and inventory carefully while maintaining productivity.

Equipment Ownership – Keeps equipment clean, reports issues promptly, and operates responsibly.

Communication – Coordinates effectively with team members in shared warehouse spaces.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• 90-day probationary period
• Annual merit review cycles after successful completion of probation
• Opportunity for growth and advancement

Apply Today

If you’re dependable, safety-minded, and experienced with warehouse equipment—or willing to become certified—we encourage you to apply and join our team.

If You Are interested in this job,
Feel Free to reach out us at: - (216) 350-2600

Pay: $18.25 - $18.75 per hour

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• PIV Operator: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Schaumburg, IL 60193 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $19