Forklift Operator I
Berlin Packaging · 16230 W 163rd St, Lockport, Illinois · United States · On-site
Posted Jul 9, 2026
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Berlin Packaging is the premier supplier of rigid packaging. With over $3 billion in revenue, we have grown 5x faster than the overall packaging industry since 1898.
Chances are you enjoy products supplied by us every day! We serve virtually every end market: automotive, beverage, food, home care, industrial chemical, pet care and veterinary, personal health and beauty, wine and spirits, and cannabis.
Our engagement scores are 2x the national average, and every employee shares in Berlin’s profitable growth. Combined with our “Anything is Possible” mindset and our winning culture, our 2,000+ employees agree, we love it here!
Are you up for the opportunity of a lifetime? If so, we are seeking a Forklift Operator I , who is responsible for prepping shipments, loading, and unloading product, and supporting general warehouse operations using warehouse equipment.
Key Accountabilities:
Operate forklift, hand truck / warehouse carts, pallet jack, and/or other equipment in a professional and safe manner
Organize and prepare customer orders with a high degree of quality and accuracy
Transfer supplies from department to department to meet production or shipping demand
Properly store and label all materials and finished product
May prepare billing processes and paperwork for warehouse and drop ship orders
May be required to record transactions via computer in ERP system
Perform cycle counting as required
Notify leadership of non-compliant ware
Responsible for keeping the warehouse clean and organized to cGMP standards
Comply with all ISO standards
Support company and branch metrics
Fulfill the employee portion of the Berlin Values
Other tasks as required
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
High school diploma or GED strongly preferred.
Prior warehouse and forklift operator experience strongly preferred.
Required to take and pass the Company Forklift Certification program, which ensures you will be able to operate a forklift in accordance with Berlin Packaging’s safety guidelines. Failure to pass the exam results in the Company ending your employment.
Ability to complete tasks and solve problems with high attention to detail.
Demonstrate a strong work ethic and ability to learn.
Has a positive attitude and contributes to a positive team culture.
Self-motivated; reliable, with strong initiative and results orientation.
Model safe work practices.
Basic computer skills.
IL Base Pay Range
$20 — $24 USD
Berlin Packaging offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package including:
Competitive PTO including vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick time
1Berlin Shared Ownership Plan
Profit sharing
401(k) with company match
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for transportation, medical, and dependent care expenses
Paid parental leave for up to 12weeks
Health club reimbursement
Tuition…