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Lift Truck Operator l

Whale Communications
Hodgkins, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/5/2026
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HE ROLE:  




  • This position will report to the: Assistant Manager

  • Travel Requirement: None 

  • Location: Hodgkins, Illinois

  • FLSA Status: Non-Exempt  

  • Shift: 3rd shift (Monday- Friday 10:00pm-6:00am

  • Employment Category: Full Time - Regular    

  • Pay Range: $20-$22.50/hr


 


Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Health-Ade, and Evolution Fresh. Generous Brands partners with SAMBAZON to manufacture, distribute and sell SAMBAZON branded beverages.


 


Bolthouse Farms is a pre-eminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, shakes, and protein drinks. Health-Ade is the fastest growing kombucha brand, dedicated to creating bubbly beverages that boost gut health. Evolution Fresh is a premier cold-pressed juice brand with national availability. And, SAMBAZON beverages bottle the superfruit power of açaí in juice and natural energy cans.


 


The company operates its North American business from facilities in Southern California, and the Greater Chicago Area. To learn more, please visit www.generousbrands.com.


 


WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE 


   


The Lift Truck Operator (LTO) operates stand-up equipment to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, move, or place in racks, products/materials in the cold storage. The ideal candidate will move materials in the warehouse, CPG, Natural Ingredients, and load/ unload truck trailers or shipping containers.



  • Conducts daily inspections on assigned equipment which may include but not be limited to stand-up, sit-down, high reach, quad-mast, pallet jacks, or double pallet jack equipment.

  •  Consistently uses a radio frequency scan gun which is connected to computer (VMU) on lift that directs, identifies and tracks materials as it is moved.

  •  Responsible for physically rotating materials to ensure proper aging.

  •  Utilizes Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to relocate materials to the proper department for utilization.

  •  Will unload, transport, and store all incoming materials/finished goods using WMS.

  •  Other duties as assigned.


 


WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR   


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 



  • High school diploma or GED.

  • One to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.


 


 ADDITIONAL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 



  • Ability to read and write in English.

  • Comfortable working in a fast paced, high pressure environment.

  • Must be able to work as a team and follow instructions.

  • Confident learning and using the equipment and tools used to perform the job.

  • Must be able to work the scheduled/assigned times and required overtime.

  • Possess basic mathematical skills. (such as adding and subtracting)


 


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  



  • Previous experience using a warehouse management system which includes RF scan guns, and handheld RF units.

  • Knowledge of WMS, preferred.


 


PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  



  • Exposure to cold temperature (34 degrees to sub-zero temperatures)

  • Must be able to lift up to 50-55 pounds consistently.




WHAT WE OFFER plus more!
 


Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible team members and families.    


 



  • Medical, Dental & Vision

  • Group Life and AD&D  

  • Voluntary Life and AD&D  

  • Group Short & Long-Term Disability 

  • 401(k) 

  • Paid Time Off

  • Flexible Spending Accounts  

  • Employee Assistance Program 

  • Gym Membership Discounts



EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, as needed, to assist them in performing essential job functions.
 


REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS 
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Generous Brands and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@bolthouse.com.



  


RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: 
Generous Brands does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Generous Brands is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.






 


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