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Material Handler/Forklift Operator

VanVoorst Lumber Company
Union, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/6/2026

Family-Owned Company Seeking Forklift Operators:

Schedule:

  • Monday –Thursday (mandatory overtime some Fridays and Saturdays.
  • 5am - 3:30pm
  • Pay is $19.00/hour

Requirements:

  • Must be 18 years old
  • High school diploma or GED preferred, not required.
  • Valid Drivers License Required
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures.
  • Demonstrate the ability to work safely and properly use equipment.
  • Oral and written communications skills.
  • Understanding of basic technology of area where assigned.
  • Must have interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.
  • Must be capable in working in non-climate-controlled environment.
  • Knowledge of quality and safe work procedures.

Skills

  • No experience needed for general production.
  • Ability to carry out simple instructions
  • Ability to carry out assignments/tasks assigned.
  • Ability to lift 50lbs repetitively.
  • Ability to use provided power tools and production equipment.
  • Ability to perform quality checks throughout the process.
  • Ideal candidate will show persistence, punctuality, and determination.

Van Voorst Lumber provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category or class under federal, state, and/or local laws. This policy applies to all locations and all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19

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