Forklift Operator

hand2mind

🇺🇸In-Person - Learning Resources, IL$20.00–$22.25/hr

Corporate Operations Fulfillment Operations Logistics Material Handling Supply Chain Warehouse Operations

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Role Snapshot

Forklift Operator responsible for managing warehouse operations at the Hand2Mind Distribution Center, including customer order picking, replenishing, and shipping activities with maximum accuracy and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities: Operate forklifts and material handling equipment to move materials safely, fulfill customer orders using RF scanners with precise accuracy, replenish finished product locations, and maintain facility cleanliness and housekeeping standards. Communicate with warehouse personnel and supervisors to support seamless fulfillment while following all safety guidelines and warehouse procedures.

Skills & Tools: Forklift operation and material handling equipment proficiency, proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS) and order management software, strong attention to detail for order accuracy, and effective communication and coordination skills with warehouse teams.

Qualifications: High school diploma or GED required; forklift certification or ability to be certified to operate powered equipment is mandatory. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, stand and walk for extended periods, and demonstrate flexibility to work weekends and extended shifts as needed.

Location: In-Person - Learning Resources, IL

Compensation: $20.00–$22.25/hr

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Job Description

About Learning Resources:

We are Learning Resources®, and learning is where we play. Voted one of the Chicago Tribune’s Top Workplaces, we’re a growing, family-owned company known for our award-winning educational toys, including top sellers Pretend & Play® Calculator Cash Register, Farmer’s Market Color Sorting Set and multiple Toy of the Year winners! We even help pets learn and grow through our pet brand Brightkins®. If you’re curious, collaborative, and a kid at heart, you’ll feel right at home here. Join us in shaping the future of learning with our award-winning team!

Team & Position Description:

We are currently seeking a Forklift Operator to join our Shipping team. The Forklift Operator is responsible for ensuring assigned workload is completed with maximum accuracy and efficiency at the Hand2Mind Distribution Center in Vernon Hills, Illinois. This includes, but is not limited to, customer order picking, replenishing, shipping activities, and daily assignments to support these activities. This position reports to the Fulfilment Operations Supervisor.

What We’re Looking For (Key Performance Objectives):

Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment as necessary to move materials while complying with all safety and operating rules.
Fulfill customer orders, which includes working within an assigned zone, using RF scanners, and accurately picking orders according to location, product code, lot number, and quantity requested.
Replenish locations with finished product as requested (reverse pick).
Clean, maintain and ensure proper housekeeping in the facility to meet and exceed GMP requirements.
Comply with Company policies and procedures
Other duties for this role will be assigned as necessary/appropriate.
Communicate with warehouse personnel and supervisors to maintain a seamless fulfillment process.
Follow all safety guidelines and warehouse procedures to ensure compliance.

Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or GED required
Experience: Forklift certification, or ability to be certified to operate powered equipment is required for this position.
Technical Skills: Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), order management software, and label printing systems.
Flexibility: Flexible to work weekends and extended periods of time when needed.
Attention to Detail: Strong ability to ensure order accuracy and efficiency.
Communication Skills: Ability to effectively coordinate with warehouse teams and supervisors.
Certifications: Forklift certification required

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Standing, walking, and bending for extended periods.

We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer.

Please note: This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time.

Compensation Range: $20.00 – $22.25 per hour – Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set and location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here).