Stand-Up/ Reach Associate - Multiple Shifts 19-21
4 days ago
Chicago
Stand-Up Forklift / High-Reach Warehouse Associate $19.00-$21.00/hr | Chicago Far Southeast Side / Hammond border area Employer: Kelly Services Job Type: Full-time, Temp-to-Hire Opportunity Location: Chicago, IL 60617 area Start: As soon as interview, screening, onboarding, and clearance are complete From the Desk of the Recruiter Kelly Services is hiring experienced Stand-Up Forklift / High-Reach Warehouse Associates for a fast-paced warehouse and distribution operation on Chicago's Far Southeast Side, near the Hammond, Indiana border. This is a strong opportunity for someone who already knows how to operate stand-up forklifts, high-reach equipment, EPJs, and warehouse systems in a busy shipping, receiving, and inventory environment. This is not a beginner forklift role. Candidates must be comfortable completing an onsite equipment test during the interview. The role is approximately 70% forklift operation and 30% warehouse support , which may include loading, unloading, staging, scanning, inventory checks, and helping in either the dry goods or chilled building. The chilled building may be around 30°F , while the dry building is a more standard warehouse environment. Pay may vary based on building, shift, experience, and business need. Pay and Schedule Options Pay: $19.00-$21.00/hr Shift Options May Include: Monday-Friday | 6:00 AM-2:30 PM Monday-Friday | 12:30 PM-9:00 PM Monday-Wednesday and Saturday | 3:30 PM-2:00 AM Sunday-Thursday | 5:30 PM-2:00 AM Morning shifts may pay closer to the lower end. Later shifts and chilled-building roles may pay closer to the higher end, depending on experience and placement. What You'll Do Operate stand-up forklift, high-reach equipment, and/or EPJ safely Move, stage, pick, put away, and replenish palletized product Work in either a dry goods building or chilled warehouse environment Assist in nearby buildings or departments when business needs require it Use WMS systems to track inventory, shipping, receiving, and product movement Load and unload product as assigned Verify product, labels, counts, locations, and shipment details Work in aisles, racks, docks, staging areas, and active warehouse traffic Support warehouse duties off the forklift approximately 30% of the time Complete required training and refreshers to stay current on site procedures Communicate clearly and quickly with supervisors, leads, and team members What the Work Is Really Like This is a very fast-paced warehouse environment. You should be ready for: Direct communication and quick instructions Busy warehouse traffic and changing priorities Cold conditions if assigned to the chilled building Working off the forklift when needed Break times that may be adjusted based on business flow Clocking in with both the worksite system and Kelly Services Staying focused, accurate, and professional during high-volume periods Breaks typically include one 30-minute break and two 15-minute breaks , but timing may be coordinated by the supervisor depending on the needs of the operation. This is a strong fit for someone who communicates well, moves with urgency, follows direction, and wants a long-term opportunity with growth potential. What We're Looking For Strong candidates should have: 2+ years of recent stand-up forklift or high-reach experience Stable recent warehouse experience with limited or no major gaps preferred Ability to pass an onsite forklift / high-reach / EPJ skills test Experience with WMS systems, scanning, shipping, receiving, loading, unloading, or inventory tracking Comfort working in dry or chilled warehouse environments Ability to work in a fast-paced operation with direct instructions Strong attendance, reliable transportation, and professional communication Cherry picker experience is a plus EPJ experience is a plus This is not the best fit for someone who needs basic forklift training or has not operated recently. Growth Opportunity This role may lead to permanent hire after approximately 90-180 days , based on attendance, performance, safety, communication, and business need. There may also be opportunities to move into lead-level responsibilities, with potential pay growth of up to approximately $3.00/hr more depending on role, performance, and site need. Pre-Employment Requirements Selected candidates must complete: Kelly Services prescreen Resume review 15-30 minute interview Onsite equipment test 10-year county criminal background check 10-panel urine drug screen THC is not tested Kelly Services onboarding Candidates cannot start until all required steps are completed and cleared. How to Apply For a faster response, text our recruiters the code "SEFL" at 847-729-2575 . Please include: SEFL | First + Last Name | Chicago Southeast/Hammond area | Answers to the 3 questions below 3 Quick Questions Do you have at least 2 years of recent stand-up forklift, high-reach, EPJ, or cherry picker experience? Which shift are you open to: 6:00 AM-2:30 PM, 12:30 PM-9:00 PM, 3:30 PM-2:00 AM, or 5:30 PM-2:00 AM? 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