Work with a company that values your time, respects your work, and supports your future.

JA Frate is 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 - 2nd Shift who takes pride in being part of a team that keeps local freight moving.

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

Why join JA Frate?

At JA Frate, our employees are more than a number. Whether you are looking for stability, a steady schedule, respect on the job, or room to grow, you will find a team that values hard work, safety, and reliability.

· History and stability: JA Frate began in 1971 and 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: We are guided by integrity, customer focus, team before self, and optimism.

· Work-life balance: Local driving, Monday through Friday, home every night, and no weekends.

· Growth: Build your skills and your future with a company that is moving forward.

Benefits and Company Support

· 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.

What You’ll Do

· 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 of 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).

· Be an active participant in training and safety programs.

· Adhere to the 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.

· Maintains a clean and orderly work area and safe environment.

· Performs all other duties as assigned or delegated by supervisor, lead or dispatch.

What We’re Looking For

· 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.

· Must be flexible and dependable.

· Possess good time management skills and complete all required work within given time frames.

Ready to Join Us?

If you are ready for steady local work, strong benefits, home time you can count on, and a team that respects what you do, we want to hear from you. Apply today and start building your future with JA Frate.