Forklift Operator / Material Handler

Hiring Immediately: Full-time Forklift Operator / Material Handler in Joliet, IL

With 90 years in business, Estes provides stability and security backed by a family-inspired culture. We take care of our people, and look to promote from within. As a dockworker you have opportunities to build a career in logistics management.

This position is Monday-Friday with a 11:30 pm start time.

Pay & Benefits for Joliet, IL Full-time Forklift Operator / Material Handler:

• Company-provided uniforms, safety footwear program
• Paid weekly
• Safety and referral bonus eligibility
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee disaster relief fund
• Financial wellness program
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability insurance; life and AD&D insurance
• Starting hourly rate of $24.20, and hourly rates up to $27.20
• Employee discount benefit program
• Two weeks paid time off plus holidays

Key Responsibilities

• Properly load and unload freight using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck, or by hand
• Accurately record the condition of freight
• Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspection of dock equipment
• Strap, brace, and pad freight to prevent damage or shifting

Estes values a diverse workforce and affirmatively promotes a company culture that embraces the concept that outcomes are improved when our workforce is made up of people with different viewpoints. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Come find your new career at Work4Estes.com! Applications are accepted online only through this website. If you need an accommodation to apply, call the number on the website.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.60 - $28.60 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Referral program
• 401(k) matching

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability
• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Overtime
• Day shift
• Night shift

Work Location: In person