Forklift Logistics Specialist — Food Manufacturing

Location: Niles, IL

Compensation: $22.00/hr (paid weekly)

Schedule: Full-Time, 3rd Shift

Picture your night: the production lines hum, pallets are queued, and you’re the go-to pro who keeps everything moving. At Nexus Employment Solutions Plus, Inc., we’re hiring experienced forklift professionals to support a high-volume food manufacturing operation in Niles, IL. If you’re dependable, safety-first, and energized by a steady pace, this role puts you at the heart of the action.

What your shift looks like

You’ll start with a quick equipment check, confirm priorities, then dive into the flow of the warehouse—supplying production, staging outbound loads, and keeping inventory accurate.

• Operate forklifts and powered industrial trucks safely and efficiently throughout warehouse and production areas
• Load, unload, move, stack, and stage materials and pallets
• Pick and prepare shipments with a focus on precision and on-time departures
• Use RF scanners and warehouse systems for receiving, put-away, inventory transactions, and cycle counts
• Validate inventory and maintain accurate records
• Replenish materials to the lines and relocate pallets as production needs shift
• Inspect forklifts daily and complete basic equipment checks
• Verify inbound and outbound shipments and report product damage promptly
• Keep work areas clean and organized, following food safety, GMP, OSHA, and company safety standards
• Pitch in with other warehouse tasks as assigned

What you bring

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous forklift experience (required)
• Warehouse or food manufacturing experience (preferred)
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Excel and Word)
• Strong organization, analytical thinking, and ability to multitask
• Capacity to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Comfort with bending, twisting, reaching, and other physical warehouse duties
• Willingness to work weekends and mandatory overtime when needed
• Reliable, safety-focused mindset; able to work independently or as part of a team

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

How to apply

Apply in person Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

(Please bring two forms of identification)

Nexus Employment
7900 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 12
Niles, IL 60714
Inside the Oak Mill Plaza Mall

Job Type: Full-time

Employer: Nexus Employment Solutions Plus, Inc.

AI Disclosure:Our recruitment process may include AI-assisted tools to support candidate evaluation. These tools do not replace human decision-making. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.