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Forklift Operator/Warehouse Assistant 1st shift

Wise Plastics Technologies
West Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/6/2026

Description

We've been named a Great Place to Work for 7 consecutive years!!

We’re looking for an experienced  stand-up forklift driver to keep materials moving and production running.


What you’ll do:

  • Operate stand-up/sit-down forklift to move and stage materials in a fast-paced environment
  • Use RF scanners & ERP to track inventory and shipments
  • Receive, inspect, and label incoming product
  • Verify shipping documents for accuracy 
  • Perform cycle counting


What you bring:

2 years of stand-up forklift experience in manufacturing

Shipping & receiving knowledge (POs, BOLs, pick tickets)

Cycle counting and inventory experience
Strong attention to detail and computer basics

Use of RF scanners
Reliable and able to work in a fast-paced environment


Work hours:

1st shift- 6:00 am - 2:30 pm



Requirements

2 years experience operating a stand-up/sit down forklift in a manufacturing environment, use of RF scanners, shipping and receiving experience, strong math skills, attention to detail, experience with shipping documents such as PO’s, labels, bill of lading, pick tickets. Highly organized and good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of accuracy. Able to work under time constraints, flexible and adaptable to change. MS Office and basic computer skills.

Benefits:

To view our benefits please visit our website www.wiseplastics.com/careers

Wise Plastics Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Salary : $20 - $21

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