Lead Forklift Operator

Staffmark has a direct-hire position available in Joliet, IL. Join our premier client as a Lead Forklift Operator. This is a great way to kickstart your career, secure a position with growth opportunities, and improve your work-life balance. Keep reading to learn more.

Schedule & Pay

• 1st Shift | 7 AM - 3 PM
• 2nd Shift | 3 PM - 11 PM
• Monday - Friday
• Starting Pay | $23 per hour

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 2 years of lead experience + forklift experience
• Must be able to obtain and maintain equipment certifications (e.g., OSHA, company, etc.)
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the work environment (e.g., protective footwear, protective eyewear, gloves, etc.) in accordance with safety policy
• Experienced in using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Position Summary

The Lead Forklift Operator oversees daily forklift operations, providing guidance, training, and support to a team of forklift operators. This role ensures efficient material handling, compliance with safety standards, and smooth coordination between departments while also performing hands-on equipment operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Training
  
  
  
  • Provide direction to forklift operators, assigning daily tasks and resolving operational issues.
  • Train and mentor new forklift operators, ensuring adherence to safety procedures and performance standards.
  • Support supervisors and management in planning, scheduling, and coordinating work.
  
  
  
  
• Forklift Operation
  
  
  
  • Operate various types of powered industrial equipment (stand-up, clamp, gasoline, liquefied gas, or electric) to move, stack, load, and unload materials.
  • Inspect equipment daily to ensure safe and efficient operation in compliance with OSHA standards.
  • Maintain equipment and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
  
  
  
  
• Material Handling & Inventory
  
  
  
  • Load, unload, and store inbound and outbound shipments safely and accurately.
  • Pull, stage, and prepare products for shipment, ensuring correct quantities, product types, and quality standards.
  • Maintain accurate records and reports to support inventory control and stock rotation.
  • Assist with physical inventories and promptly report quality issues or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  
• Safety & Compliance
  
  
  
  • Follow all company safety rules and enforce safe work practices among team members.
  • Identify and report unsafe conditions that cannot be corrected immediately.
  • Adhere to corporate and site-specific Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
  • Maintain compliance with customer requirements and loading/unloading specifications.
  
  
  
  
• Collaboration & Housekeeping
  
  
  
  • Coordinate activities with other departments, particularly Customer Service.
  • Perform "clean as you go" housekeeping to maintain a safe and efficient workspace.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.
  
  
  
  

Employee Benefits/Perks

Climate-controlled | Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance | FSA/HSA Programs Available | 401K with Matching Program | Vacation and Sick Time | Friendly and Open-Door Culture

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