Forklift Operator

Now hiring for a Forklift Operator Location: Wilmington, IL Pay Rate: $19.00 – $23.00 per hour Schedule: Sunday – Tuesday | 6 AM – 6 PM + Wednesdays | 6 AM – 12 PM Wednesdays | 12 PM – 6 PM + Thurday – Saturday | 6 AM – 6 PM Sunday – Thursday | 6 PM – 2:30 AM Respect the Ride. Drive the Floor. Forklift pros wanted. This is your kind of job. Looking for Forklift Operator jobs in Wilmington 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. The Clamp Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently loading, unloading, and transporting products within the warehouse using a clamp lift truck. This role involves handling freight from trailers and shipping containers while ensuring product integrity, maintaining inventory accuracy, and following all safety and operational procedures. If your skills and experience are a good match for this role, 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 required. Ability to read work orders, shipping documents, and warehouse instructions accurately. Experience Requirements Minimum 6 months of warehouse, order picking, material handling, or forklift experience. Experience operating warehouse equipment such as electric pallet jacks, sit-down forklifts, stand-up forklifts, or clamp trucks preferred. Ability to work overtime and flexible schedules as needed. Preferred Qualifications Strong attention to detail with a focus on inventory accuracy and order fulfillment. Experience using RF scanners and warehouse management systems. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced distribution or manufacturing environment. Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to workplace safety and productivity. Physical Capabilities Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds regularly. Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift. Comfortable working in a warehouse environment and operating powered industrial equipment. Job Duties Operate electric pallet jacks, clamp trucks, sit-down forklifts, and stand-up forklifts to move, stage, locate, and stack products safely. Pick customer orders accurately using RF scanners and warehouse technology. Read production schedules, customer orders, work orders, shipping orders, and requisitions to determine materials needed for fulfillment. Pull, verify, and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the correct quantity and product type are loaded. Sort, organize, and stock materials on racks, shelves, and storage locations according to product codes, size, style, or other designated criteria. Maintain inventory accuracy, support shipping and receiving operations, and follow all safety procedures. 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. Jobs You Can Count On “They are so reliable at helping you find jobs.” -Matthew, 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. A Forklift Operator contributes to warehouse operations by safely moving products, organizing inventory, and supporting shipping and receiving activities. This position requires equipment proficiency, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain safe work practices throughout every shift. The Forklift Operator supports inventory accuracy, warehouse organization, and efficient product movement while helping maintain productive warehouse operations. This profession rewards individuals who enjoy equipment operation and active work. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobleads-US