Forklift Operator

Now hiring for a Forklift Operator

Location: Country Club Hills, IL

$22.00 – $23.50 per hour

Shifts Available:

• Monday–Friday, 1st Shift: 5:30 AM–2:00 PM
• Monday–Friday, 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM–10:30 PM
• Weekend Shift: Thursday–Sunday, 5:30 AM–4:00 PM
• Overtime may be required

Stack Up Success: Forklift Operator Jobs with Serious Perks.

Looking for Forklift Operator jobs in Country Club Hills where your equipment skills keep warehouse operations moving? This opportunity lets you safely transport materials, support inventory movement, and help maintain efficient warehouse and distribution operations.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role, please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Forklift Operator career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse training or powered industrial truck training is beneficial.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 1–2 years of recent sit-down forklift experience
• Experience operating Raymond sit-down forklifts preferred
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced warehouse environment

Job Duties

• Operate a Raymond sit-down forklift to move materials safely and efficiently
• Transport products throughout the warehouse and dock areas
• Load, unload, and stage materials for shipment
• Assist with organizing inventory and maintaining workflow
• Follow workplace safety procedures and equipment guidelines
• Perform other warehouse-related duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in warehouse, distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or shipping and receiving is preferred.
• Current forklift certification or experience operating multiple classes of powered industrial equipment is beneficial.
• Experience using RF scanners, warehouse management systems (WMS), or inventory software is considered an asset.
• Individuals who demonstrate safe operating practices, teamwork, reliability, and productivity are well positioned for success as a Forklift Operator.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb on and off powered industrial equipment throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, move, or reposition materials weighing up to 50 pounds when required.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts in busy warehouse and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, equipment, and inventory while operating powered industrial vehicles.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Warehouse Environment with opportunities for advancement and continued equipment training.

Marvin’s Take? Fast and Straightforward.

They get you on the job fast.” -Marvin, Staffmark Associate

What You Will Do

As a Forklift Operator you will safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize materials throughout warehouse and manufacturing operations. You will inspect equipment before use, replenish inventory locations, support shipping and receiving activities, verify product movement, maintain inventory accuracy, and help ensure safe, efficient material handling throughout the facility.

The Forklift Operator plays an important role in warehouse and manufacturing operations by operating forklifts to support inventory movement and material handling. This position requires strong spatial awareness, attention to detail, and safe operating practices.

Successful Forklift Operator candidates understand warehouse workflows, equipment inspections, inventory procedures, and safe material handling while supporting productive daily operations. Consistent performance contributes directly to warehouse efficiency.

This role rewards individuals who enjoy technical equipment operation.