Sit-Down Forklift Operator

Joliet / Bolingbrook IL

Full-Time General Warehousing / 3PL

If youve been operating a sit-down forklift for a while you already know the difference between someone who can drive one and someone who actually knows how to work one. We want the latter.

At our Joliet/Bolingbrook IL facility were adding experienced forklift operators to both our day and night shifts. We run a tight 3PL operation - that means youll be expected to move product efficiently safely and with attention to whats around you at all times.

SHIFTS & PAY

• DAY SHIFT 7:30 AM 4:30 PM $18.00 / hour

WHAT YOULL DO

• Operate a sit-down counterbalance forklift safely throughout your shift
• Load and unload inbound and outbound trailers accurately and efficiently
• Move palletized product throughout the warehouse to designated locations
• Verify loads against paperwork - you know a mismatch when you see one
• Maintain safe travel speeds follow traffic flow and keep your area clean
• Conduct pre-shift equipment inspections and report any issues immediately
• Support inventory counts and assist team leads as needed
• Work alongside a crew that expects you to pull your weight - and will do the same

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

Lets skip the guesswork - heres what actually matters for this role:

• Proven sit-down forklift experience - youve logged real hours in the seat
• Current forklift certification preferred; must be certifiable if not current
• Solid understanding of warehouse safety protocols - OSHA awareness is a plus
• Able to work at a steady consistent pace in a high-volume environment
• Dependable attendance record - your team counts on you being there
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks throughout the shift
• 3PL or distribution center background is a definite advantage

SCHEDULE DETAILS

• Day Shift: Monday Friday 7:30 AM 4:30 PM
• Note: Schedules are tentative and subject to operational needs
• Location: Joliet / Bolingbrook Illinois

WHY THIS ROLE

Night shift pays more because the work is real and we respect that. Day shift moves fast because the volume demands it. Either way youll be working with people who know what theyre doing in a 3PL environment that rewards reliability and skill over seniority alone.

Know your way around a sit-down forklift Lets talk.

Apply now - experienced operators move to the top of the list.