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Reach Forklift Operator

$21 per hour

Staffmark

Now hiring for a Reach Forklift Operator

Location: Arlington Heights, IL

Pay Rate: $21.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8 AM - 4:30 PM


Stack It High, Keep It Tight
As a Reach Forklift Operator in Arlington Heights, you'll keep pallets moving and product flowing with expert precision. This is where skill meets balance, and every lift proves you're built for the work. Keep it safe, keep it steady, keep it moving.


Looking for Reach Forklift Operator jobs in Arlington Heights where precision and safety keep warehouse operations moving? This opportunity lets you use your reach truck skills to move inventory efficiently, support order fulfillment, and help maintain an organized warehouse environment.


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

Education Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow written work instructions, safety procedures, and warehouse documentation.
  • Familiarity with RF scanners, barcodes, and inventory tracking systems is a plus.
Experience Requirements
  • Previous experience as a Warehouse Picker, Order Picker, Forklift Operator, Material Handler, or Distribution Center Associate preferred.
  • Experience operating a stand-up forklift/order picker in a warehouse environment.
  • Knowledge of RF scanning, inventory control, order fulfillment, and warehouse safety practices.
  • Ability to work independently while meeting productivity, accuracy, and quality standards.
Physical Capabilities
  • Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 60 lbs.
  • Must be comfortable standing, walking, bending, reaching, and working at various heights throughout the shift.
  • Ability to manually move boxes in and out of rack locations.
  • Capable of safely operating warehouse equipment and vehicles while following all safety regulations.
Job Duties
  • Accurately pick customer orders from rack locations using a stand-up forklift/order picker .
  • Use RF scanners to track, verify, and process inventory and order selections.
  • Barcode, process, retrieve, refile, and prepare boxes/files for storage or destruction.
  • Perform bay consolidations and maintain organized warehouse storage locations.
  • Conduct daily equipment safety inspections, including batteries, brakes, lift controls, and safety equipment.
  • Load, move, and transport boxes while maintaining inventory accuracy.
  • Complete warehouse maintenance tasks, pickups, deliveries, and other assigned duties.
  • Return equipment to designated charging stations at the end of each shift.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality , security standards, and commitment to safety, accuracy, and productivity.
Benefits
  • Competitive Weekly Pay
  • Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Life 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 growth and advancement.

"Got me a job within 48 hrs of putting in an application. Super friendly and fair pay." - Staffmark Forklift Operator


Your Next Shift Starts Here. Apply Today.

What You Will Do


As a Reach Forklift Operator you will safely operate reach truck equipment to move, store, retrieve, and organize inventory throughout the warehouse. You will load and unload materials, replenish storage locations, support order picking, perform equipment inspections, maintain inventory accuracy, and follow established warehouse safety procedures while helping keep products moving efficiently through daily operations.

A Reach Forklift Operator safely operates reach truck equipment to support warehouse storage, inventory control, and order fulfillment activities. This position combines equipment expertise with organizational skills to maintain efficient warehouse operations.


The Reach Forklift Operator requires strong attention to detail, safe operating practices, and the ability to work efficiently around inventory, storage racks, and warehouse personnel. Successful candidates contribute directly to accurate inventory management and productive warehouse operations.


This profession offers an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy warehouse logistics, material handling, and equipment operation.
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