Forklift Operator Job at Republic of Green in East St. Louis

Republic of Green is hiring a Forklift Operator in East St. Louis, IL. The role involves safely operating forklifts, loading and unloading merchandise, and ensuring efficient warehouse operations. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least 6 months of forklift experience. The company offers competitive pay, 401K with a match, health benefits, and paid time off. This is a full-time position.
FW Logistics is an experienced logistic service provider big enough to handle supply chain logistics needs while still being small enough to give specialized service. We seek a dynamic individual to join our team as a Forklift Operator.As a Forklift Operator, your ability to perform your duties to ensure that customer needs are met, and day-to-day Warehouse activities are executed safely and efficiently is critical to FW Logistics's success. We'll give you the support you need to excel at work, and the resources to build a career that will exceed your expectations.OUR COMPANY OFFERS GREAT BENEFITS, INCLUDING:Competitive pay401K with 4% company matchPaid Time Off (PTO)Paid HolidaysKEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIESRepresent FW Logistics courteously and professionally at all timesLoad, unload, move, locate, relocate, and/or stack merchandise in safe, accurate, and orderly manner using an industrial forkliftAssist in physical inventories as required by the supervisorEnsure racks are efficiently used by moving products as necessary to free up space and ensure the product is free from damageEnsure all paperwork is completed correctly and turned in at the end of the shiftSafely operate forklift obeying all forklift safety rulesOther duties as assignedEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Must have high school diploma or GEDMinimum of 6 months of operating a forklift in a warehouse, fulfillment center, distribution center or manufacturing environmentAbility to work independently and as an effective team memberAbility to lift 50 lbs. consistentlyMust be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of timeAble to bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach at or above shoulder levelAble to work in a warehouse environment where temperatures fluctuate based on external and internal weather conditionsSuccessful completion of site certification after training is required for employees assigned to this accountKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:Accountable - demonstrating individual accountability which results in collective success. This means never adopting a "That's not my job!" attitude. Willing to do what needs to be done.Adaptable - able to demonstrate flexibility and agility to ensure customer and client needs are met.Results Driven - passion to create positive results that maximize sustainable profitability for our future success.Compassionate - able to base your work on the customer by continuously improving processes to eliminate errors, create value, provide better service, and enhance quality.Computer Skills - experience with Microsoft Office SuitePaid weekly via W2 & Direct DepositHealth, dental, and vision insurance plans401K w/ 4% match Retirement savings plan
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