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Forklift Operator
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What they do
A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.
$45,950 / year median in Illinois
+8% projected growth
Job Description
at PeopleReady in Chicago Heights, Illinois, United States Job Description Forklift Operator PeopleReady of Chicago, IL is now hiring Forklift Operators in Chicago, IL! As a Forklift Operator, you will move pallets and containers in a warehouse environment. Apply today and you could start as soon as this week. As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:
+ Connections and experience with some of the top companies in your area
+ Great benefit package options
+ Get matched to jobs quickly.
+ Competitive pay and steady schedule
+ The ability to see your schedule and track your hours right from our easy-to-use app, JobStack!
Pay Rate:
The pay rate for this job is $17.75 - $17.75 / hour
• What you'll be doing as a
Forklift Operator :
+ Load and unload goods from trucks
+ May also pick, wrap, and prepare orders to be shipped
+ Move product to correct storage bays and follow inventory control instructions
+ Stack empty pallets
+ May use RF scanning equipment to track inventory Available shifts:
Shift Timings:
1st Shift (Day), Weekends Job requirements:
+ Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment with PeopleReady
+ Experience in warehouse settings is preferred
+ Ability to operate forklift and/or pallet jack required
+ Able to repeatedly lift to 50lbs, and able to continually bend, twist, and raise arms above head
+ Some assignments may require a valid driver's license or forklift license
+ Background check required Ready to take control of the way you work? Complete our application to join the PeopleReady team today. Please contact our Chicago, IL branch for more information Branch #: 1621
Address:
3924 S. Archer Avenue, Unit B, Chicago,IL, 60632
Email Address:
1621-br@PeopleReady.com
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