Shipping & Receiving Forklift Operator | 1st & 2nd Shift | $20.00-$21.50/HR
📍 Romeoville, IL
💲 $20.00 - $21.50 per Hour (Based on Experience)
🕒 1st Shift: Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
🕒 2nd Shift: Monday-Friday | 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM
✅ Weekly Pay
✅ Temp-to-Hire Opportunity
✅ Full-Time Hours
Join a Growing Distribution Team!
PeopleShare is hiring experienced Shipping & Receiving Forklift Operators for a leading distribution facility in Romeoville, IL. We are seeking dependable warehouse professionals with experience operating material handling equipment and supporting shipping, receiving, inventory, and order fulfillment operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking for long-term employment with growth potential in a clean, fast-paced warehouse environment.
Job Responsibilities
As a Shipping & Receiving Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for safely moving inventory throughout the warehouse while supporting daily distribution operations.
Duties Include:
✅ Load and unload inbound and outbound trailers
✅ Operate warehouse equipment, including:
- Reach Truck (Required)
- Electric Pallet Jack (EPJ) (Required)
- Cherry Picker / Order Picker
- Stand-Up Forklift (Preferred)
- Turret Truck (Strong Plus)
✅ Pick, pack, stage, and replenish inventory
✅ Build and wrap pallets for shipment
✅ Receive incoming product and verify quantities
✅ Utilize RF scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS)
✅ Print and apply shipping labels
✅ Complete shipping and receiving documentation
✅ Perform inventory transactions and maintain inventory accuracy
✅ Inspect products and equipment for quality and safety compliance
✅ Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
✅ Follow all company safety procedures and warehouse standards
Qualifications
✔ Previous shipping and receiving experience required
✔ Experience operating Reach Truck and EPJ required
✔ Cherry Picker / Order Picker experience preferred
✔ Stand-Up Forklift experience preferred
✔ Turret Truck experience a plus
✔ Experience using RF scanners and warehouse management systems
✔ Strong inventory control and material handling experience
✔ Ability to work independently and within a team environment
✔ Strong attention to detail and safety
✔ Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
✔ High School Diploma or GED preferred
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
⭐ Competitive pay: $20.00-$21.50/hour
⭐ Multiple shifts available
⭐ Weekly pay
⭐ Monday-Friday schedule
⭐ Temp-to-hire opportunity
⭐ Opportunity to expand equipment operation skills
⭐ Stable and growing company
⭐ Career advancement potential
⭐ Team-oriented warehouse environment
Why Work With PeopleShare?
At PeopleShare, we connect talented professionals with rewarding career opportunities.
✅ Weekly Pay
✅ Dedicated Recruiter Support
✅ Benefits Available
✅ Referral Bonus Opportunities
✅ Fast Hiring Process
✅ Access to Top Employers
✅ Ongoing Career Support
Apply Today!
If you have experience with shipping & receiving, Reach Truck, EPJ, Cherry Picker, Stand-Up Forklift, or Turret Truck operations, we encourage you to apply today and start your next career opportunity with PeopleShare! 📦🚜📋
PeopleShare is the leading Staffing Agency in the region and has temporary to hire and permanent jobs across 8 states. Our openings include receptionist, data entry, customer service, collections, office managers, call center, administrative assistant, accounts payable clerk, accounts receivable clerk, file clerk, warehouse, assembly, production, pickers, packers, forklift, machine operators, and maintenance mechanics.
PeopleShare provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category or class under federal, state, and/or local laws. This policy applies to all locations and all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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