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Forklift Operator- $22hr (Beardstown,IL)

Quick Hire Staffing

Beardstown, ILContract$22/hrPosted 2mo agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$22/hr
Location
Beardstown, IL
Schedule
Contract
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Forklift Certification

Job overview

Quick Hire Staffing is hiring a Forklift Operator- $22hr (Beardstown,IL). The forklift operator will be responsible for safely moving, loading, unloading, and staging solar panels and related materials within the warehouse and shipping areas. This role involves conducting daily forklift inspections, organizing inventory, assisting with shipping and receiving operations, and maintaining accurate inventory records. The operator will ensure materials are in the right place for maximum efficiency and follow all safety regulations.

Key focus areas include Operate forklifts to safely move, load, unload, and stage solar panels and related materials., Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring careful handling to prevent damage., and Conduct daily forklift inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns..

Successful candidates bring Forklift Certification, Ability To Lift 50 Pounds, and Ability To Stand And Walk. Important skills include Operating Forklifts Safely And Efficiently, Conducting Pre-Shift Equipment Inspections, and Reading Pick Tickets, Shipping Documents, Or Inventory Labels. Preferred (not required): Stacking And Storing Materials Accurately, Follow OSHA And Company Safety Procedures, Report Equipment Issues Immediately, and Maintain A Clean And Organized Work Area.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Operating Forklifts Safely and EfficientlyConducting Pre-Shift Equipment InspectionsReading Pick Tickets, Shipping Documents, or Inventory LabelsStacking and Storing Materials AccuratelyFollow OSHA and Company Safety ProceduresReport Equipment Issues ImmediatelyMaintain a Clean and Organized Work AreaRF ScannersWarehouse Management Systems

Qualifications

Forklift CertificationAbility to Stand, Walk, Bend, and Lift Throughout the ShiftFrequently Lift Up to 50 PoundsWork in Warehouse, Manufacturing, or Outdoor EnvironmentsAbility to Work Overtime When NeededWear Required PPE (Safety Shoes, Vest, Gloves, Etc.)

Full job description

We are looking for a careful forklift operator to move packages and material around our facilities. You will be operating a forklift with the utmost care to ensure efficiency and safety. Your job could involve driving around warehouses, storage spaces and other facilities.The goal will be to ensure that material and products will always be at the right place to achieve maximum efficiency. See description below:

Forklift Operator – Solar Panel Logistics Company

  • Operating forklifts to safely move, load, unload, and stage solar panels and related materials within the warehouse and shipping areas.
  • Load and unloaded incoming and outgoing shipments while ensuring products were handled carefully to prevent damage.
  • Conduct daily forklift inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
  • Organize inventory and store materials in designated warehouse locations to maintain efficient workflow.
  • Assist with shipping and receiving operations by verifying quantities and inspecting products for accuracy and quality.
  • Follow OSHA regulations and company safety procedures while operating equipment and handling materials.
  • Maintain accurate inventory records using warehouse documentation and scanning systems.
  • Collaborate with warehouse staff and logistics teams to meet shipping deadlines and production schedules.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.

Requirements

*Must Have Forklift Certification

Technical Skills

  • Operating forklifts safely and efficiently
  • Conducting pre-shift equipment inspections
  • Reading pick tickets, shipping documents, or inventory labels
  • Using RF scanners or warehouse management systems (helpful)
  • Stacking and storing materials accurately Physical Requirements
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift
  • Frequently lift up to 50 pounds
  • Work in warehouse, manufacturing, or outdoor environments
  • Ability to work overtime when needed Safety Requirements
  • Follow OSHA and company safety procedures
  • Wear required PPE (safety shoes, vest, gloves, etc.)
  • Report equipment issues immediately
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area

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