Forklift Operator
$18.5 per hourSURESTAFF Inc
Forklift Operator
Location: Des Plaines, IL
Pay Rate: $18.50/hour
$100 SIGN-ON BONUS
SURESTAFF is hiring Forklift Operators for a well-established client in Des Plaines, IL. As a Forklift Operator, you’ll play a key role in warehouse operations—ensuring products are received, processed, and shipped accurately and on time. We’re looking for reliable, safety-focused individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and take pride in keeping operations running smoothly.
Why You’ll Love Working with Us:
- $100 SIGN-ON BONUS
- Competitive pay: $18.50/hour
- Weekly pay (direct deposit or pay card)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Temp-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential
- $100 Unlimited Referral Bonus
Shift Available:
- 1st & 2nd Shift
Responsibilities:
- Safely load and unload inbound and outbound shipments
- Verify shipment accuracy (quantity & quality checks)
- Perform picking, packing, and labeling duties efficiently and safely
- Move and organize products within the warehouse
- Complete returns processing and required documentation
- Conduct basic equipment checks and routine maintenance
- Lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods
Qualifications:
- Previous experience operating a stand-up forklift (required)
- Minimum 1 year of warehouse experience
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
- Ability to work overtime as needed
About SURESTAFF
At SURESTAFF, we are committed to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we connect top talent with employers across the Midwest and Southeast. With an estimated yearly revenue of $295 million, SURESTAFF was recently named one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck—it’s about building a future. That’s why we provide competitive pay, benefits, career support, and quick placements. SURESTAFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable state and local employment laws, including sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs.
Apply today and start your career with SURESTAFF in Des Plaines, IL. Our commitment to speed-to-hire means we work efficiently to get you placed in the right role, fast. If you're ready to take control of your career, explore exciting opportunities, and gain experience that lasts, then Surestaff is the place for you. Let’s get started today!
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