Forklift Driver - Manufacturing

Hearn Industrial Services – Chicago, IN - Forklift Drivers

***Estimated start date will be in March 2025***

We are looking for several full time Forklift Drivers who have a VALID certification from a reputable company. Must be flexible to work both forklift and production when needed and, have an OPEN availability.

SHIFTS & WAGE:

• Crew A: Monday to Thursday – 6:00am to 4:30am
• Crew B: Tuesday to Friday – 6:00pm to 4:30am
• Crew C: Friday & Saturday – 6:00am to 4:30pm AND Sunday & Monday – 6:00pm to 4:30am
• Wage to be determined.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous experience working in shipping / receiving.
• Valid forklift certification with a minimum 3 years prior experience driving a forklift in a busy warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Proficient at reading and writing English.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability for various tasks as jobs changes by customer requirements.
• Exceptional work ethic, able to work well with others in a team environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate forklift to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise.
• Accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle, which includes pre and post shift inspection of vehicle and reporting of any maintenance requirements or issues with the equipment.
• Receive and unload inbound shipments, safely move product to storage locations.
• Efficiently stack and store products in appropriate areas.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage. Report quality variances.
• Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped.
• Perform picking duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service standards.
• Efficiently move product from staging and/or storage areas.
• Load, unload, move, stack, and stage product and materials using a forklift, or other power equipment.
• Maintain the facility’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.
• Work with team members to ensure appropriate records and reports are completed to guarantee tight inventory control and security. Assist in physical inventories when required.
• Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 48 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Forklift: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Forklift Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• East Chicago, IN (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20