Job Overview:
Operates forklift, loads and unloads trucks, organizes warehouse, maintains inventory, tracks inbound and outbound orders.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain security and quality control of all merchandise and material.

• Ensure proper use, care, and maintenance of equipment.

• Sort and load trucks per Salvation Army policy.

• Maintain order and safety on the dock for all items being loaded or unloaded.

• Supervise operation of the forklift as necessary, being sure operators observe all safety regulations.

• Supervise operation of weight scales and proper recording of weights.

• Must be available for a flexible schedule; ability to work early shifts, late shifts, and some weekends.

• Other duties as assigned.

Skills:

• Prior experience working in a setting preferred.
• Proficient in operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Strong to troubleshoot minor issues with equipment.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations for inventory management.
• Excellent skills with attention to detail.
• Good communication skills to coordinate with team members effectively.
• Ability to speak, write, and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with customers, management, and co-workers.
• Basic computer skills including but not limited to use of the payroll program, and all other programs or systems that are adopted by the TSA ARC.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Minimum Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, certifications, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education & Experience:

High School Degree or equivalent. Two years transportation, warehouse, and/or loading dock experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Forklift truck experience and Illinois OSHA Certified.

Certifications:

Valid Driver’s License required to operate and move trucks as needed. Successfully complete and pass the Illinois OSHA Forklift Certification every 3 years if not already certified.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands, handle or feel; and required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Travel:

May be required to travel to various locations for work or training.

Working Conditions:

The work environment for this position is a store or warehouse environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. The environment may be dusty and may experience temperature fluctuations based on weather which exposes the employee to outdoor conditions.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

Joining our team as a Forklift Operator offers you the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic warehouse environment while honing your skills in . If you are a dedicated individual with a passion for warehouse operations, we invite you to apply for this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Store discount
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Warehouse experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Waukegan, IL 60085 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Waukegan, IL 60085: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person