Now hiring for a Reach Truck Operator
Location: Romeoville, IL
Pay Rate: $19.00 – $21.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday 6am-2:30pm & Monday-Friday 6:00pm-2:30am
Run the Reach and Keep It Moving
As a Reach Truck Operator in Romeoville, you’ll move freight, stack pallets, and keep the warehouse running smoothly. You know how to handle tight aisles, tall racks, and long shifts. This is steady work for people who show up, get it done, and do it right.
Looking for Reach Truck Operator jobs in Romeoville where precision and safety keep warehouse operations moving? This opportunity lets you use your reach truck skills to move inventory efficiently, support order fulfillment, and help maintain an organized warehouse environment.
We are seeking dependable and safety-minded Reach Truck Drivers / EPJ Operators to join our warehouse team. In this role, you will be responsible for efficiently moving and organizing inventory throughout the facility while safely operating reach trucks and electric pallet jacks.
The ideal candidate has previous experience operating a reach truck and/or EPJ, can work effectively in a fast-paced warehouse environment, and takes pride in working safely and accurately. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with material-handling experience who are looking for a consistent warehouse position. If your skills and experience are a good match for this role please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Reach Truck Operator career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.
- Safely operate reach trucks and electric pallet jacks (EPJ) to move products and materials throughout the warehouse.
- Pull, transport, stage, and put away products accurately and efficiently.
- Operate reach trucks to place and retrieve product from designated rack locations.
- Load and unload materials as directed.
- Follow all warehouse safety procedures, including proper equipment operation and pedestrian awareness.
- Communicate with supervisors and team members regarding inventory, product movement, and operational needs.
- Meet established productivity, quality, and safety expectations.
- Perform additional warehouse duties as assigned.
Education Requirements
There are no educational requirements for this opportunity. Candidates with or without educational credentials are invited to apply.
Experience Requirements
- Experience operating reach trucks or similar powered industrial equipment.
- Ability to safely move, stack, retrieve, and organize palletized inventory.
- Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and material handling practices.
- Ability to accurately identify products, inventory locations, and shipping documentation.
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to safety and inventory accuracy.
- Must be able to use operate Reach/EPJ.
- Must be able to work overtime as needed, occasional weekends.
- Must be able to read and comprehend work instructions well.
- High attention to detail required.
- Must have the ability to work well with others with little supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience operating reach trucks in distribution centers or warehouse environments is preferred.
- Forklift certification or experience operating additional powered industrial equipment is beneficial.
- Experience using warehouse management systems (WMS), RF scanners, or inventory software is considered an asset.
- Individuals who demonstrate safe operating practices, dependability, and strong teamwork are well positioned for success as a Reach Truck Operator.
- 6 months – 1-year previous Reach/EPJ experience preferred.
- Experience using a RF scan gun
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 10 pounds when required.
- Ability to safely work in warehouse environments with elevated storage racks and moving equipment.
- Ability to maintain awareness of surroundings while operating powered industrial vehicles.
- Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time up to hours or more
- Must be able to lift lbs unassisted
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 growth and advancement.
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What You Will Do
As a Reach Truck Operator you will safely operate reach truck equipment to move, store, retrieve, and organize inventory throughout the warehouse. You will load and unload materials, replenish storage locations, support order picking, perform equipment inspections, maintain inventory accuracy, and follow established warehouse safety procedures while helping keep products moving efficiently through daily operations.
- Safely operate reach trucks and electric pallet jacks (EPJ) to move products and materials throughout the warehouse.
- Pull, transport, stage, and put away products accurately and efficiently.
- Operate reach trucks to place and retrieve product from designated rack locations.
- Load and unload materials as directed.
- Follow all warehouse safety procedures, including proper equipment operation and pedestrian awareness.
- Communicate with supervisors and team members regarding inventory, product movement, and operational needs.
- Meet established productivity, quality, and safety expectations.
- Perform additional warehouse duties as assigned.
The Reach Truck Operator helps warehouses operate efficiently through safe reach truck operation and dependable material handling practices. This role combines equipment knowledge with inventory accuracy and warehouse safety to support successful daily operations.
Successful Reach Truck Operator professionals understand warehouse storage systems, inventory movement, and equipment operation while maintaining productivity and quality standards. Safe operating practices remain central to every task.
This career provides opportunities for individuals who enjoy warehouse logistics and powered industrial equipment.