Forklift Operator

Job Title: Forklift Operator
Contract: 12 Months Contract
Location: Morrison IL 61270

1st shift: M to F 7 AM to 3:30 PM or as required
1st shift: Pay Rate: $18.50 on w2 without benefits

2nd Shift: M to F 3:00 pm - 1:30 am or as required
2nd shift Pay Rate: $19.50 on w2 without benefits

• Responsible for the operation of a forklift or other heavy equipment to safely move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise around the facility.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to drive a forklift
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to climb on and off of required equipment
• Ability to sit for long periods
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
• Ability to read and write English and/or be able to follow instructions.
• Ability to work in a dusty environment, hot/cold/rainy weather.
• Willingness to work mandatory overtime, including weekends and holidays.

• Performs a safety check of the forklift to ensure it is safe to operate.
• Checks fluid levels
• For oil, water, and fuel before operating the lift
• Ensures the packaging lines have empty pallets available and informs the supervisor of the pallet inventory
• Removes palletized bags from the production lines and places them on the stretch-wrapper
• Operates the stretch-wrapper and changes the stretch film as required
• Place palletized bags in inventory and ensure they are located in the proper rows storing them neatly without damaging another inventory
• Actively participates in plant cleanliness by restacking, picking up trash and debris, and washing their equipment
• Reads the BOLs and places the correct quantity and SKU on the carrier’s trucks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Any changes to the BOLs must be communicated to the Dispatcher and or office personnel- Performs physical inventory counts of finished goods as required
• Meets quality and quantity standards
• Responsible for the safe operation of the forklift and maintaining fluid levels

Requirements

• Proven experience as forklift operator
• Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment
• Excellent physical condition and coordination
• Valid certification to operate forklifts
• High school diploma