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High Reach Forklift Operator
full-timeRochelle

Summary

Location

Rochelle

Type

full-time

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About this role

Available Shift:

Friday - Sunday 6:00PM - 6:00AM

Pay: $22.00 plus $2/hr. shift differential

Drive operations forward by expertly operating a stand-up reach forklift to move products, equipment, and materials safely and efficiently throughout the facility. Ensure all activities comply with company and regulatory safety standards, policies, and procedures. Prior experience operating forklifts in a fast-paced warehouse or manufacturing environment is required to succeed in this role

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Safely operate a high-reach forklift to put away palletized units into racks above floor height.

  • Pick palletized units from elevated rack locations and stage them for outbound shipment.

  • Accurately select and record materials, weights, counts, and conditions of food items using our Radio Frequency (RF) system.

  • Load and unload materials on and off pallets, skids, or lifting devices.

  • Perform daily forklift maintenance and complete check sheets to ensure equipment is in top working condition.

  • Monitor battery charge, maintain and clean batteries, and ensure material handling equipment is returned to the proper charging station.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

  • Assist with operation of other machinery and material handling equipment as needed.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)

  • At least 6 months of hands-on high-reach forklift experience is required.

  • Basic math skills and the ability to follow instructions in the country’s official language or as defined by Lineage Logistics.

  • Ability to work in cold storage (as low as -20°F/-25°C) or dry storage (up to 100°F/37°C) while wearing company-provided PPE and freezer gear.

  • Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs (18 kgs); heavier lifting may be required depending on the facility.

  • Flexible to work various shifts, including weekends if necessary.

  • Comfortable in environments with varying noise levels, which can occasionally be loud.

Why You’ll Love This Role:
Join a team where your high-reach forklift skills are valued, and your contributions help keep our operations moving efficiently. If you enjoy a dynamic, fast-paced environment and have the experience to handle elevated material handling tasks safely, this role is perfect for you.

Pay Range:$19.18 - $32.40

Why Lineage?

This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers’ requirements. Beyond that, you’ll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We’ll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.

Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation.  Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.

Benefits


Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, annual bonus eligibility, and a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year.

Other facts

Tech stack
High Reach Forklift Operation,Safety Compliance,Material Handling,Daily Forklift Maintenance,Basic Math Skills,Cold Storage Experience,PPE Usage,Record Keeping,Team Collaboration,Flexibility,Heavy Lifting,Equipment Monitoring,RF System Usage,Machinery Operation,Attention to Detail,Problem Solving

About Lineage

Welcome to Lineage, a corporation dedicated to providing cutting-edge workflow solutions for businesses across various industries. With our roots in Buffalo, New York, we have expanded to 4 locations and now serve over 15,000 clients with a team of 140 dedicated professionals. In 2023, we evolved into three distinct divisions: Lineage Accelerate, Lineage Optimize, and Lineage Connect.

Lineage Accelerate:
Specializing in hardware and software solutions, Lineage Accelerate helps businesses streamline their mailing, addressing, and document management processes. With a focus on speed, accuracy, and efficiency, our solutions are designed to expedite your communications and ensure they reach the right person at the right time. We provide these services in Buffalo and Rochester, NY, Charlotte and the Triad, NC, greater Kansas City, and Little Rock, AR metropolitan areas.

Lineage Optimize:
As our specialized printing division in New York, we partner with Konica Minolta, an industry-leading printing equipment manufacturer. Our solutions help businesses increase their printing productivity and reach, while also providing comprehensive document management and mailing solutions.

Lineage Connect:
Our nationwide outsourcing services and capabilities enable businesses to save time and money by reducing postal expenses and optimizing the production and distribution of outgoing business-critical documents. We offer disaster recovery solutions and local presorting services for the greater Kansas City area, ensuring your data remains secure and compliant.

Team size: 51-200 employees
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Industry: Retail Office Equipment
Founding Year: 1984

What you'll do

  • Safely operate a high-reach forklift to manage palletized units and ensure compliance with safety standards. Perform daily maintenance on the forklift and assist with other machinery as needed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a High Reach Forklift Operator do at Lineage?

As a High Reach Forklift Operator at Lineage, you will: safely operate a high-reach forklift to manage palletized units and ensure compliance with safety standards. Perform daily maintenance on the forklift and assist with other machinery as needed..

Why join Lineage as a High Reach Forklift Operator?

Lineage is a leading Retail Office Equipment company.

Is the High Reach Forklift Operator position at Lineage remote?

The High Reach Forklift Operator position at Lineage is based in Rochelle, Illinois, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the High Reach Forklift Operator position at Lineage?

You can apply for the High Reach Forklift Operator position at Lineage directly through Clera. Click the "Apply Now" button above to start your application. Clera's AI-powered platform will help match your profile with this opportunity and guide you through the application process. You can also learn more about Lineage on their website.