Forklift Operator – Multiple Shifts Available

Location: North Aurora, IL 60542
Pay: $20.75–$23.75 per hour, depending on shift

Job Summary

We are hiring experienced Forklift Operators to join a busy warehouse and distribution team in North Aurora, IL. This position is responsible for safely operating forklifts and material handling equipment to move, stack, organize, load, and unload merchandise throughout the warehouse.

Candidates will also assist with order picking, inventory management, and preparing shipments while maintaining accuracy and following all warehouse safety procedures.

We have multiple schedules available, including weekday, weekend, and early morning shifts!

Available Shifts & Pay

1st Shift – Monday–Thursday

• Hours: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Pay: $20.75/hour

Weekend 1st Shift – Friday–Sunday

• Hours: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Pay: $23.75/hour
• Bilingual candidates preferred.

GAP Shift – Tuesday–Friday

• Hours: 3:30 AM – 1:30 PM
• Pay: $20.75/hour
• Bilingual candidates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move, transport, and organize merchandise.
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Stack and store products in designated warehouse locations.
• Pull, pick, stage, and prepare orders for shipment.
• Verify product types and quantities before loading and shipping.
• Use RF scanners to track inventory and complete warehouse transactions.
• Complete required pre-operation forklift inspections.
• Assist with inventory counts, cycle counts, and stock rotation.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and report discrepancies.
• Move products from storage and staging areas into trailers.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of forklift operating experience or warehouse distribution equipment experience.
• 2+ years of experience preferred.
• Must be able to successfully qualify for and pass required forklift certification.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Experience using RF scanners preferred.
• Microsoft Excel proficiency preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to lift and/or pull between 10 and 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, up to 10–12 hours per shift.

Why Apply?

• Competitive pay up to $23.75/hour.
• Multiple shift options available.
• Four-day workweeks.
• Higher-paying weekend schedule.
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Apply Today!

If you have previous forklift experience and are looking for a new opportunity, we encourage you to apply. We are hiring for multiple openings and schedules!

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