Forklift Operator (Sit Down) Bilingual is a must

Pure's Food Specialties
Broadview, IL

About the Role

A forklift is an individual who moves stock around a warehouse using a forklift. The main duties include operating forklifts loading and unloading equipment and storing or relocating materials within the warehouse or manufacturing plant.

Role and Responsibilities

  • Monitors and maintains inventory

  • Organize and secure materials, such as boxes, bales, pallets, and super stacks in a safe way

  • Pick orders from inventory using a pick sheet

  • Shrink wrap pallets to prepare them for shipping

  • Weigh products and/or loads and record weight

  • Move hazardous materials

  • Report any faulty equipment, damage to racks, or other potential safety hazards

  • Take certification update courses

  • Maintain a clean work area

  • Analyze production schedules to determine movement, deliveries, and material requirements

  • Maintain equipment by cleaning, oiling, recharging, refueling, etc.

  • Consult and coordinate with manager, employees, other departments, and equipment manufacturers regarding loading and unloading operations

  • Attend meetings with manager and coworkers

  • Prepare, present and/or approve bill of ladings

  • Check in and approve new shipments

  • Perform quality checks

  • Adhere to uniform requirement

  • Ensure the oldest products are picked first by rotating stock.

  • Be alert of other employees in the work zone

  • Report quality variances to the proper channels

  • Use radio frequency equipment as needed for picking, put-away, receiving, and load functions

  • Comply with OSHA Standards

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of this position

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Qualifications and Responsibilities

  • 1-3 years of certified forklift experience

  • Preferred sit-down forklift and pallet jack experience

  • Basic math skills

  • Ability to communicate and read labels in English

Work Environment & Physical demands

  • This position works in a warehouse facility.

  • Frequently carry or lift 50 pounds or more.

Travel Required

  • No travel is required for this job.

Benefits

  • Healthcare coverage including medical, dental and vision

  • 401k Plan

  • Short term disability available

  • Paid holidays, vacation and paid sick leave

EEO Statement

Pure’s is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We ensure fair treatment in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and compensation. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters a workplace where every individual is valued and respected.

Posted 2025-11-13

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