Unilever
Direct Workday career site

Forklift Operator

Pay
$17 – $31 per hour
Location
Chicago, IL · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Mid-level
Experience
2+ years
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Listed
18 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • Forklift operation
  • Material handling
  • Knowledge of safety programs
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision

Also useful

  • Walking crane operation
  • Hoist operation
  • Hand truck operation

About the role

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.

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From Unilever's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 23, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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