Stand up Reach Forklift operator

Location: Romeoville, IL
Pay: 1st shift 6a-2:30p $20/hr   
        2nd shift 2:30p-11pm  $21/hr

Finding a job that fits your lifestyle isn’t always easy. That’s where Kelly® comes in. We’re seeking an Operator 3, Forklift to work at a premier manufacturing client in Romeoville, IL. Sound good? Take a closer look below. We’re here to help you find something great that works for you—so you won’t miss a moment of what really matters in your life.

Why you should apply to be Forklift Operator:

• Work for a reputable, safety-focused manufacturing leader
  

• Opportunities for skill development and forklift recertification
  

• Team-oriented and supportive environment
  

• Gain experience in a dynamic, fast-paced setting with strong safety and quality standards

What’s a typical day as a Forklift Driver? You’ll be:

• Safely unloading inbound shipments and moving products to storage locations
  

• Stacking and storing merchandise efficiently in designated areas
  

• Pulling and preparing products for shipment, ensuring accurate quantities and types
  

• Operating forklifts and other powered equipment to handle, move, load, and stage materials
  

• Using RF equipment for inventory control and reporting
  

• Maintaining accurate records, assisting with inventory counts, and ensuring proper stock rotation
  

• Supporting building, grounds, and equipment maintenance as needed
  

• Upholding all safety, food safety, and quality standards throughout daily operations

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
  

• Possess experience operating forklifts/industrial equipment (OSHA certification required; recertification every 3 years)
  

• Are hard-working, dependable, safety conscious, and team oriented
  

• Have strong basic reading, writing, and math skills; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
  

• Can lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk for extended periods, and perform bending/squatting as needed
  

• Are comfortable working in refrigerated/freezer environments (-10°F for extended periods)
  

• Are detail-oriented and able to follow SQF Food Safety Code requirements

What happens next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be a forklift operator today!

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