Forklift Operator 1st Shift Job at Pures Food Specialties LLC, Bellwood, IL

  • Pures Food Specialties LLC
  • Bellwood, IL

Job Description

Description:

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Stand-up Forklift Operator to join our team for the second shift. The ideal candidate will have experience operating forklifts, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of goods in a warehouse or distribution environment.

Role and Responsibilities

  • Monitors and maintains inventory
  • Organize and secure materials, such as boxes, bales, pallets, and super stacks in a safe way
  • Pick orders from inventory using a pick sheet
  • Shrink wrap pallets to prepare them for shipping
  • Weigh products and/or loads and record weight
  • Move hazardous materials
  • Report any faulty equipment, damage to racks, or other potential safety hazards
  • Take certification update courses
  • Maintain a clean work area
  • Analyze production schedules to determine movement, deliveries, and material requirements
  • Maintain equipment by cleaning, oiling, recharging, refueling, etc.
  • Consult and coordinate with manager, employees, other departments, and equipment manufacturers regarding loading and unloading operations
  • Attend meetings with manager and coworkers
  • Prepare, present and/or approve bill of ladings
  • Check-in and approve new shipments
  • Perform quality checks
  • Adhere to uniform requirement
  • Ensure the oldest products are picked first by rotating stock.
  • Be alert of other employees in the work zone
  • Report quality variances to the proper channels
  • Use radio frequency equipment as needed for picking, put-away, receiving, and load functions
  • Comply with OSHA Standards

General Hours

Tuesday-Saturday

8:00AM-6:00PM

Requirements:

Qualifications

  • 1-3 years of certified forklift experience
  • Preferred sit-down forklift and pallet jack experience
  • Basic math skills
  • Ability to communicate and read labels in English (Bilingual preferred)

Work Environment & Physical Demands

  • This position works in a warehouse facility.
  • Frequently carry or lift 50 pounds or more.

Travel Required

  • No travel is required for this job.

Benefits

  • Healthcare coverage including medical, dental and vision
  • 401k Plan
  • Short-term disability available
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and paid sick leave

EEO Statement

Pure’s is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We ensure fair treatment in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and compensation. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters a workplace where every individual is valued and respected.

Compensation details: 19-20 Hourly Wage

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Day shift, Afternoon shift

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