Forklift Operator

xpo
Mundelein, IL, US
Full-time

What you’ll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO

Minimum qualifications :

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator
  • Available to work a variety of shifts due to varying freight volumes, including days, evenings, nights and weekends

Preferred qualifications :

  • Dock or warehouse experience in the transportation industry
  • Forklift experience in a freight or less-than-truckload (LTL) environment
  • Experience loading and unloading trailers
  • Strong attention to detail and desire to succeed

About the Forklift Operator job

Pay, benefits and more :

  • Full health insurance benefits are available on day one
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Earn up to 13 days of PTO over your first year
  • 10 paid company holidays
  • 401(k) option with company match
  • Education assistance
  • This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position

What you’ll do on a typical day :

  • Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight
  • Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack and forklift
  • Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies
  • Work in a safe, efficient manner, adhering to company safety policies
  • Use mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments
  • Work on a dock that is not climate-controlled for extended periods

Forklift Operators are required to :

  • Lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights (frequently up to 50 lbs. and occasionally greater than 70 lbs.)
  • Safely walk and stand for extended periods 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

About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets.

At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO.

If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.

9 days ago
Related jobs
Promoted
D&W Fine Pack LLC
Lake Zurich, Illinois

Warehouse Forklift Operator Starting Up to $16-$17 per hour**. The position of Forklift Driver is responsible for moving material throughout the plant and warehouse manually or by operating electric powered lifts. ...

Promoted
Walmart
Antioch, Illinois

As a Forklift Operator at Walmart, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating forklifts and other material handling equipment to move, stack, and retrieve merchandise within the warehouse or distribution center. Valid forklift operator certification or license required. As a Forkli...

Promoted
Sams Club
North Chicago, Illinois

Forklift Operators at Sam's Club are charged with operating industrial vehicles to move materials around the warehouse or storage facility. Proven experience as a forklift operator. Operate forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas. Inspect and perform maintenan...

Promoted
Grainger
Waukegan, Illinois

Forklift Operators at Grainger are responsible for operating and managing industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines, and loading docks, into railroad cars or trucks or storage facilities. Proven experience as a forklift operator. ...

Promoted
DHL
Arlington Heights, Illinois

Job Description**: The Forklift Operator at DHL is responsible for safely operating forklifts to move, load, and unload heavy items and pallets within the warehouse. The ideal candidate will have experience operating forklifts, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as ...

Promoted
Auto Zone
Zion, Illinois

Forklift Operators at AutoZone are responsible for operating technical equipment to efficiently handle goods within the warehouse. Proven experience as forklift operator. Operate forklifts to transport goods and materials to and from designated areas in the warehouse. Perform daily equipment checks,...

Promoted
Costco
Wheeling, Illinois

As a Forklift Operator at Costco, you will be responsible for operating a forklift to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise within the warehouse. Valid forklift operator certification. Operate a forklift to move materials within the warehouse. Load and unload trucks using a forklift. ...

Promoted
KENCO
Mundelein, Illinois

KENCO - 50 E IL Route 83 [Warehouse Associate / Forklift Operator] As a Forklift Operator at KENCO, you'll: Operate forklift to move materials and products within warehouse; Load and unload trucks with forklift; Maintain accurate inventory records; Follow safety procedures and guidelines while opera...

Aerotek
Mundelein, Illinois

We are seeking dedicated Forklift Operators to start ASAP. Job Title: 2nd Shift Stand up Forklift. This role involves working with stand up forklift/Walkie Rider. Our fast-paced receiving and shipping dock requires previous forklift operating experience. ...

XPO
Mundelein, Illinois

What you’ll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO. About the Forklift Operator job. Forklift Operators are required to:. Forklift experience in a freight or less-than-truckload (LTL) environment. ...