Forklift Operator/Dock Attendant - 2nd Shift

About the role

Join JA Frate, a well-established transportation and logistics company serving the Chicagoland area through LTL, FTL, warehousing, distribution, and freight brokerage services. We are looking for a dependable Forklift Operator/Dock Attendant on the 2nd shift who takes pride in being part of a team that keeps local freight moving.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, with a 6:00 PM start time.

Why join JA Frate?

• History and stability: Founded in 1971, JA Frate continues to grow while staying true to the dependable service and hard work that built the company.
• People-first culture: Our success comes from employees who care, take pride in their work, and support one another.
• Core values: Guided by integrity, customer focus, team before self, and optimism.
• Work-life balance: Local work with no weekends, ensuring you’re home every night.
• Growth: Build your skills and future with a company that is moving forward.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days.
• $1,500 HRA account for eligible medical expenses.
• 401(k) with company match after 90 days.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Voluntary benefit options, including life insurance, long-term disability, and Aflac.

Responsibilities

• Safe operation of forklift trucks and pallet jacks in the unloading and loading of freight, including hazardous materials.
• Using safe lifting techniques, efficiently sorting, handling, unloading, and loading freight into/from straight trucks, trailers, and containers.
• Complying with all aspects of dock paperwork procedures while moving freight.
• Ensuring that freight moved matches all aspects of the associated paperwork (BOL, invoice) or cross dock.
• Proper marking or re-marking of freight per procedure(s).
• Active participation in training and safety programs.
• Adherence to operational procedures and guidelines as outlined in the procedure manual.
• Pre- and post-trip inspections on all dock equipment.
• Flexibility to work to ensure 100% customer satisfaction.
• Maintaining a clean and orderly work area and safe environment.
• Performing all other duties as assigned or delegated by supervisor, lead, or dispatch.

Requirements

• Forklift truck certified.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Ability to work safely, recognize hazards, and adhere to safe work practices.
• Flexible and dependable.
• Good time management skills to complete all required work within given time frames.