Warehouse Associate I - Equiliem

Warehouse Associate / Forklift Trainee - Start Within a Week!
Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
26-04126
Paid Forklift Training | Weekly Pay | Optional OT | Full-Time Opportunity
Now hiring dependable warehouse associates in Woodridge for immediate openings on 1st and 2nd shift.
No forklift certification required. If you have warehouse experience and want to level up your skills, we will train qualified candidates on Stand-Up Forklifts and help you earn certification.
This is a great opportunity for someone with warehouse, shipping, receiving, picking, packing, loading, unloading, pallet jack, or material handling experience who wants to grow into equipment operation.
Why Apply?

• Start within 1 week for qualified candidates
  
• Paid Stand-Up Forklift Training
  
• Learn a high-demand warehouse skill
  
• Build experience to grow your career
  
• Optional overtime available - many associates work 50+ hours/week if desired
  
• Opportunity to be considered for full-time hire after 90 days based on performance and attendance
  
• Steady Monday-Friday schedule
  
• Weekly pay
  

Available Shifts (Monday-Friday)

• 5:30 AM Start - $18/hr
  
• 9:00 AM Start - $18/hr
  
• 3:00 PM Start - $19/hr
  

What You'll Do

• Operate stand-up forklift after training/certification
  
• Move product safely throughout warehouse
  
• Load/unload shipments
  
• Pick orders and stage materials
  
• Use RF scanners and warehouse systems as needed
  
• Maintain clean and safe work area
  

Preferred Experience

• Previous warehouse experience strongly preferred
  
• Electric pallet jack experience a plus
  
• Shipping/receiving, picking, loading, unloading, inventory, or material handling experience helpful
  
• Reliable transportation
  
• Ready to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment
  

Important Hiring Requirements
To be considered, all candidates must be able to complete:

• 7-Year Background Check (misdemeanor and felony review)
  
• 8-Panel Drug Screen
  

Attendance Expectations
This client values reliability and punctuality.
Strict 3-Strike Attendance Policy applies:

• Leaving early
  
• Arriving late
  
• Missing scheduled shifts
  

Who Should Apply?
If you've worked in a warehouse and want a chance to get trained on forklifts, increase your earning potential, and build long-term skills, apply now.
Apply Today
Immediate interviews available. Qualified candidates can start as soon as next week.
About Equiliem
Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive.
Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.
For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Discounts & Rewards
• Payroll Payment Options

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