Sit Down Forklift Operator

By | September 3, 2026

Sit Down Forklift Operator

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Romeoville, IL, US

Light Industrial

High School or equivalent

Full Time, Temporary

$21.00-$22.00/hr

Experienced (Non-Manager)

On-site

Manufacturing - Other

First Shift (Day)

Romeoville, IL, US

$21.00-$22.00/hr

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Full Time, Temporary

Manufacturing - Other

On-site

Light Industrial

High School or equivalent

First Shift (Day)

Apply Now Applied

Job details

Now Hiring: Sit-Down Forklift Operator
Location: Romeoville, IL

Available Shifts:

  • Day Shift: Sunday–Thursday, 6:00am–2:30pm – $21/hr

  • Night Shift: Sunday–Thursday, 6:00pm–2:30am – $22.50/hr

Position Overview
Join our dynamic warehouse team in Romeoville as a Sit-Down Forklift Operator. We’re looking for candidates with recent forklift experience who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are willing to support warehouse operations, including some material picking tasks.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate a sit-down forklift in a safe and efficient manner

  • Load, unload, transport, and stage materials within the warehouse

  • Frequently get on and off the forklift throughout the shift

  • Use an RF scanner for pallet picking and order fulfillment

  • Adhere to all safety regulations and operational procedures

  • Support general warehouse activities as assigned

Requirements

  • At least 1 year of recent experience operating a sit-down forklift (Toyota experience a plus)

  • Prior experience with RF scanners preferred

  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs. (average lifts are about 30 lbs.)

  • Consistent, reliable work history (employment gaps will be evaluated)

  • Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team

Warehouse Setting
This is a third-party logistics (3PL) environment handling a variety of products for the manufacturing and packaging sector, such as:

  • Coffee cups

  • Clamshell containers

  • Straws

  • Plastic utensils

  • Other food service packaging supplies

Dress Code & Safety Guidelines

  • Steel-toe shoes are required

  • Work shorts are permitted (no hoodies or inappropriate graphics on T-shirts)

  • Safety glasses and vests provided on-site

Hiring Process

  • No interview necessary

  • Resume review required before assignment

If you are dependable and ready to join a growing team, we encourage you to apply today!

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