Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator / Material Handler

This role focuses on safely operating forklifts and related material handling equipment to support shipping, receiving, production, and storage activities in a manufacturing environment. You will load and unload shipments, move and stage pallets, maintain accurate documentation, and support overall warehouse and production efficiency while adhering to safety and housekeeping standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document forklift inspections at the start of each shift and immediately report any required repairs to the logistics leadership team.
• Load all outgoing shipments accurately and safely, ensuring all required shipping paperwork is completed and turned in to the office before the end of each shift.
• Move pallets from the production area to designated shipping or drying areas in accordance with schedules and instructions.
• Wrap, strap, and prepare pallets for shipment or storage as directed, including strapping and wrapping stock pallets in racks to ensure stability and safety.
• Report completed work as finished, attach pallet tags correctly, and remove all pallets from the Arcomats in a timely manner.
• Put away stock in the racks, scan items to their correct locations, and maintain accurate inventory placement.
• Deliver packaging materials to the Acromat areas as required by the production schedule to support continuous production flow.
• Maintain housekeeping standards by picking up garbage and bags from floors, emptying garbage containers, and sweeping floors daily before the end of each shift.
• Notify the lead or supervisor of any tipped pallets in the racks or other safety concerns in the storage areas.
• Work overtime or weekends when required and notified by management to meet production and customer needs.
• Train new hires when requested, sharing best practices in forklift operation, material handling, and safety procedures.
• Assist in the materials warehouse and perform other tasks or assignments within the scope of the business as directed by management.

Job Type & Location

This is a permanent position based out of Romeoville, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40560.00 - $40560.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Romeoville, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 2026.