High Reach Forklift Driver

$45,760 - $45,760/Yr

Lineage Logistics - Wilmington, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Wilmington, IL

1,001-5,000 employees

Warehousing and Storage

About the position

The High Reach Forklift Driver position at Lineage Logistics involves operating a stand-up reach forklift to manage the movement of products, equipment, and materials within a warehouse environment. The role emphasizes adherence to safety standards and efficient handling of palletized units for storage and shipment. This position offers opportunities for career advancement and is integral to the company's operations.

Responsibilities

• Use stand-up reach forklift to move products, equipment, and materials while following safety standards.
• Put away palletized units by lifting forks for placement into racks above floor height.
• Pick palletized units out of rack locations above floor height for outbound shipment.
• Choose and record materials, weight, counts, and condition of food items via Radio Frequency (RF) system.
• Load and unload materials on and off pallets, skids, or lifting devices.
• Complete daily forklift maintenance/check sheet.
• Monitor battery charge, maintain, and clean batteries, and leave material handling equipment at the proper charging station.
• Work with other machinery and material handling equipment.

Requirements

• Basic math skills.
• Ability to understand instructions in the official language or as defined by Lineage Logistics.
• Ability to work in temperatures as low as -20 Fahrenheit/-25 Celsius in cold storage sites or up to 100 Fahrenheit/37 Celsius in dry storage sites while wearing protective equipment.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs./18 kgs.; weight may vary depending on the facility.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule and shift, including weekends if needed.
• Comfortable with various noise levels, which can be loud at times.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• $2,500 Sign on Bonus
• Annual bonus eligibility
• Minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year.