Now hiring for a Forklift Operator
Location: Melrose Park, IL
Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour
Schedule: 12:00 PM – 10:30 PM | Monday – Friday

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Looking for Forklift Operator jobs in Melrose Park where your equipment skills keep warehouse operations moving? This opportunity lets you safely transport materials, support inventory movement, and help maintain efficient warehouse and distribution operations.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role, please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Forklift Operator career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic computer skills required, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Email.
• Intermediate English skills required with the ability to read, write, speak, and understand instructions and documentation.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Cherry Picker and Reach Truck operating experience required.
• Experience operating Electric Pallet Jacks (EPJ) required.
• Previous warehouse, distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or transportation experience required.
• Experience using RF scanners and warehouse management systems preferred.
• Ability to obtain required equipment certifications if not already certified.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work accurately in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work independently or as part of a team.
• Experience with shipping, receiving, stocking, inventory control, order picking, and workflow coordination.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50+ pounds regularly.
• Ability to perform repetitive bending, twisting, reaching, lifting, and walking throughout the shift.
• Ability to stand and work up to 10 hours per day and work overtime or weekends as needed.
• Steel-toe shoes required.
• Ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment in a busy warehouse environment.

Job Duties

• Operate Cherry Pickers, Reach Trucks, and Electric Pallet Jacks (EPJ) to support warehouse operations.
• Perform stocking, put-away, replenishment, order picking, shipping, and inventory movement activities.
• Use RF scanners and warehouse systems to track inventory and complete transactions accurately.
• Load, unload, and transport products throughout the warehouse while following safety standards.
• Support shipping operations, including order processing, batch releases, and export documentation.
• Coordinate workflow activities to ensure efficient movement of materials and on-time order fulfillment.
• Assist with inventory accuracy, warehouse organization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all company safety procedures while maintaining productivity and quality standards.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Warehouse Environment with opportunities for advancement and continued equipment training.

Friendly Team. Smooth Flow.
“This place is low-stress and fast-paced. The people are friendly and helpful. They treat you like family,” -Staffmark Associate

What You Will Do

As a Forklift Operator you will safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize materials throughout warehouse and manufacturing operations. You will inspect equipment before use, replenish inventory locations, support shipping and receiving activities, verify product movement, maintain inventory accuracy, and help ensure safe, efficient material handling throughout the facility.

The Forklift Operator supports successful warehouse operations through skilled forklift operation, dependable inventory movement, and safe material handling practices. This role requires attention to detail, good judgment, and commitment to workplace safety.

Successful Forklift Operator candidates understand warehouse procedures, equipment operation, inventory systems, and material handling while maintaining efficient workflows and safe working conditions.

This career is well suited for individuals who enjoy warehouse logistics and operating powered industrial equipment.

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

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