Warehouse Loader Sit Down Forklift 1st Shift

We are currently hiring a Warehouse Sit Down Fork Lift Operators  for 2nd shift at our Romeoville, IL distribution center. The pay rate is $19.50 /hour. The hours for the 1st shift are Monday through Friday, 6am to 2:30 p.m., with opportunities for overtime.

Get recognized, get rewarded, and grow with us – because you deserve to be promoted! Join the GRI Engineering and Development team, the powerhouse delivering quality products for major customers across North America. Whether you are straight out of school, a seasoned professional, or somewhere in between, we have a career path for you.

The "Next Level" Career Advancement program provides personalized training for skill development and hands-on experience in Logistics/Distribution that lead to higher-paying promotions. Team members in good standing can ‘level up’ every 6 months, a process that can continue over the years as you grow your career with us!

GRI Engineering and Development, LCC is a proud member of MAT Holdings Inc., a family of companies and products providing employment opportunities with more than 14,000 employees in 12 countries. Founded in 1984, MAT Holdings, Inc. is a privately held $2.2 billion multi-national company with manufacturing operations, distribution centers, and sourcing offices worldwide in the automotive, fencing, hardware, and power equipment sectors. 

Benefits

• MAT Holdings Inc. and its subsidiaries offer a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance after 60 days of employment
• Paid Time Off (PTO), including paid vacation, sick days, and paid holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan + Company Match
• Wellness Programs, including fitness reimbursements and mental health support
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Voluntary Life / AD&D , Employer Provided Life/AD&D and more 

This position facilitates the movement of goods utilizing a Sit Down forklift and RF scanner from staging area to outbound trailers. Able to follow directions and communicate in both orally and written. 2024

• Daily inspection of Material Handling Equipment
• Performs Outbound function adhering to preferred methods
• Inspects products for damage prior to loading to ensure customer satisfaction
• Utilizes RF Scanner to move goods from Staging to Outbound Mode of Transportation
• Ensures pallet is sturdy and safe to arrive at customer location
• Read and understand shipment paperwork
• Performs general housekeeping in warehouse
• Performs other duties as assigned

Shift

• $19.50/hr. 
• 1st shift Monday – Friday 6:00am – 2:30pm, plus overtime as scheduled including Saturday

• Efficient at operating a propane sit down forklift
• Working knowledge of RF Scanners / System
• Ability to stand, bend, stretch, squat
• Ability to lift up to 65 pounds
• Ability to accurately wrap, stage and Load shipments within the required time
• Ability to meet efficiency requirement by function
• Ability to communicate in English

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.