Job Description

Forklift Driver- 1st Shift

Job Category: Manufacturing Requisition Number: FORKL002306

Posted: May 30, 2026

Full-Time

On-site

Rate: $18 USD per hour

Location: Aurora, IL 60502, USA

Job Details

Summary

Load, unload and move materials to facilitate the receipt of supplies and shipment of product. An incumbent may or may not perform all of the duties listed below, dependent on the specific plant for which support is provided.

Functions of the Job

Essential Functions:

• Load and unload trailers; move and dock trailers for loading.
• Set up trailers for customer delivery.
• Audit areas of warehouse to insure proper placement of materials.
• Check and track inventories to be sure materials are on hand.
• Participate in physical count for monthly and yearly inventory.
• Keep warehouse clean and free of debris.
• Inspect trailers (leaks, dirt, etc.).
• Handle UPS and FedEx shipments.
• Monitor finished goods and raw materials for damage; report and repair as needed.
• Matches receivables to purchase orders including all UPS.
• Performs other related duties and special projects.

Marginal Functions:

• Attend safety committee meetings.
• Perform warehouse maintenance tasks (sealing floor, redo aisles, row numbers).

Position Qualification Requirements

Education: Requires basic knowledge of arithmetic, spelling, English, and grammar; equivalent to a high school education.

Experience: No prior experience required. May entail up to 6 months on-the-job experience in order to gain sufficient skill to perform the requirements of the position.

Skills and Abilities, which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:

• Language: Perform reading, writing and speaking at a minimal level.
• Mathematical: Perform the basic functions of arithmetic; add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure.
• Reasoning: Ability to deal with problems involving standardized situations.
• Computer skills at a basic level.

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software and Work Aids, which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:

Computer, printer, UPS and FedEx software, forklift, clamp truck, tractor-trailer.

License(s)/Certification(s) Required: Forklift certification required.

Physical/Visual Activities or Demands: Physical/visual activities or demands that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• Standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing, carrying, reaching, grasping, talking, and hearing.
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more with peripheral vision and the ability to bring objects into sharp focus, to judge distance and space relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.
• Medium work – exert up to 15 pounds of force continuously and up to 40 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Work Conditions: Environmental and atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

Physical conditions include close proximity to moving mechanical parts and exposure to noise and dust. Occasional exposure to weather (moving trailers).

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

All Activities, Demands, Conditions and Requirements are linked to Essential Job Functions unless marked with an asterisk, which denotes linkage only to marginal function(s).

Starting pay for this position is: $18/hr and shift differential pay

What We Offer:

Full time, direct hire position Competitive salary Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA 401k Matching, Life Insurance Paid Time Off & Holidays

Referral Bonus: Up to $3000

Career Arching Opportunities for professional growth and development. Collaborative work environment with a diverse team of professionals.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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