Forklift Operator

Job Description

Description:

Body Solid, Inc is a global distributor of home fitness equipment. We are currently seeking to add team members to our warehousing and distribution team. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and driven to achieve high customer satisfaction. We are specifically looking for candidates that are local to our distribution location in Forest Park, IL (within 10 miles).

Pay & Benefits:

Base pay starting at $17/hour (evaluated based upon skill / experience)

Variable incentives including company profit sharing of up to 10% based upon company and individual performance

Health Insurance (medical, dental & vision)

PTO within first year

Paid company holidays

401(k)

On-site Exercise Facility

Employee purchase discount

Principal Duties include but are not limited to:

Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight

Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack, forklift and by hand

Secure freight on pallets and inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies

Work in a safe, efficient manner, adhering to company safety policiesRequirements:

Minimum Requirements:

At least 18 years of age

Ability to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator

Punctual and available to work to meet customer demand including overtime and weekends

Preferred Requirements:

Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Dock/warehouse experience in the transportation industry

Forklift experience in a freight/less-than-truckload environment

Experience loading and unloading pallets & trailers

Desire to succeed with a strong attention to detail

This job requires the ability to:

Lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights (up to 50 lbs. frequently and greater than 70 lbs. occasionally)

Sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including a pallet jack, forklift and by hand

Safely walk and stand for extended periods of time on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery

Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel as necessary

Full-time