Forklift/ Spotter

Edsal Manufacturing is North America's leading designer, manufacturer, and distributor of high-quality steel shelving and storage solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Founded on Chicago’s South Side more than 60 years ago, Edsal has grown into a national manufacturing organization with operations in Illinois, Indiana, Pennsylvania, and California. **Summary of Position** The Forklift Driver / Yard Spotter is a dual-role, on position responsible for the safe and efficient operation of both sit-down forklifts and yard trucks. Approximately 60% of the role involves forklift operation — unloading trailers and container, staging, and moving product within the facility — while 40% of the role involves spotter duties, including the movement and organization of trailers and containers throughout the yard, into doors, while staying on property. The ideal candidate is safety-minded, self-directed, and comfortable switching between both functions as operational needs require. **Shift / Schedule** Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm **Key Responsibilities** - Operate sit-down forklift to move product into staging areas, and/or storage locations - Load and unload product from trailers, containers, and production lines as directed - Operate yard trucks to move trailers to and from loading docks, storage areas, and designated yard locations - Assist with proper placement and securing of cargo during loading and unloading **Qualifications** - High School Diploma or GED required - Minimum of 1 year of sit-down forklift operating experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment. - Minimum of 2 years of yard spotter or yard truck experience required; 3 years of experience preferred. - Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and the ability to safely operate yard trucks and material handling equipment. - Strong understanding of OSHA safety standards, warehouse operations, inventory practices, and the ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with team members. **Physical & Mental Demands** The physical demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Employees in this role are regularly required to stand and/or walk for extended periods, often for the duration of a full shift. The position requires frequent use of hands and arms to reach, handle, grasp, and manipulate materials and tools. Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing up to **50 pounds** and perform repetitive motions involving the hands, wrists, and arms. Bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching overhead may also be required. Employees must have adequate vision and hearing to safely operate equipment and work within a manufacturing environment. **Work Environment** Work is performed in a manufacturing environment where employees may be exposed to varying temperatures, elevated noise levels, and proximity to moving mechanical parts and industrial equipment. Required personal protective equipment (PPE) may include safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toe footwear, protective gloves, and other safety equipment as required by company safety policies. **Pre-Employment Requirements** Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and post-offer pre-employment physical examination consistent with applicable laws and company policy. **Equal Opportunity Employer** Edsal Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.