Forklift Operator

Location of Job: Chicago IL (Union)

Available Shifts: (3rd) 10:00 pm - 6:30 am (Mon - Fri)

Base Pay Rate – $17.35, upon completion of training and certification up to $ 31.04 | Weekly pay period

Benefit Overview

These are direct hires, full time position with a full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Profit sharing, Tuition/Fitness reimbursement, Paid leaves, Hourly Bonus payouts, etc.)

Onsite Company store for product purchases

Referral Bonus program

Employee recognition programs

Uniforms and PPE provided by the company

Career Advancement Opportunities

Background & Purpose of the Job:

As the leading mayonnaise brand in the US, we have the responsibility to provide the people who love our products with condiments that not only taste good but are a force for good. Put simply, we believe in Real Taste and Less Waste, that’s why we’re committed to tackling the packaging waste of our products.

Who You Are & What You’ll Do

Brings supplies to the packaging line and operates forklift.

Unloads and loads trucks with incoming and outgoing materials.

Moves and stores a variety of materials, parts, or products.

Checks incoming materials and reports shortages or damaged materials.

Transfers materials between departments, using a hand or power truck

Fills orders from storage areas and delivers to designated departments.

Stacks pallets and arranges materials as directed and adheres to safety guidelines in performing such work.

May operate other equipment on occasion, such as a walking crane or hoist.

Relieves material handlers and depalletizer operators for breaks and completes routine tasks.

What You’ll Need To Succeed

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two years’ forklift operation experience

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Strong attention to detail

Knowledge of safety program

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening and background check

Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

At Unilever, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive/succeed. All applicants will receive fair and respectful consideration, and we actively support the growth and development of every employee. Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. For more information on your federal rights, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check.

If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]. Please note: This email is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses. The Protected Veterans or Individuals with Disabilities AAP narratives are available for inspection by any employee or applicant for employment Monday through Friday during normal business hours at establishment.

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