Inventory Control Forklift Specialist
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| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$20 - $22 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Buffalo Grove, Illinois |
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Job Description
Job Description
Is This You?
- Do you thrive on keeping materials in the right place at the right time?
- Are you certified on a forklift and confident navigating busy production floors?
- Can you balance speed with precision—especially when inventory accuracy matters?
If so, this direct-hire role in a clean manufacturing environment could be your next move.
What You’ll Do- Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently
- Load, unload, and transport materials between warehouse and production areas
- Stage parts and supplies to keep production lines running without interruption
- Maintain accurate inventory records and documentation
- Conduct and assist with cycle counts
- Ensure loads are secured and handled correctly
- Pitch in with packaging, labeling, and palletizing
- Uphold 5S organization and housekeeping standards
- Follow all safety procedures and GMP requirements
- Days: 6:00am – 6:00pm
- Nights: 6:00pm – 6:00am (+10% differential)
- Rotation: Work 2 days, off 2 days, work 3 days (includes weekends)
- Current forklift certification
- Experience in warehouse and/or manufacturing operations
- Ability to work a 12-hour rotating 2-2-3 schedule
- Ability to lift up to 55 lbs with or without accommodation
- Competent in basic math with strong communication skills
- English required for safety and training
- Inventory control experience
- Exposure to SAP or other WMS platforms
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Shipping/Receiving, Distribution, and Material Handling
- Loading and Unloading Vehicles; Heavy Material Handling
- Packaging operations
- Meets Physical Requirements
- High School Diploma / GED
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Manufacturing floor experience
- Basic Computer Skills, including Microsoft Excel
- Conveyor Systems
- Forklifts
Bring your focus and reliability to a team that values safe operations, accurate counts, and smooth production flow—on every shift.
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Full-time Jobs Part-time Jobs Gig Jobs Posting ID: 1266618380 Posted: 2026-06-17 Job Title: Inventory Control Forklift Specialist