Reach Truck Operator Jobs
Reach Truck Operator jobs are open across warehousing, logistics, manufacturing, and retail distribution, from entry-level to lead and trainer roles, with specializations in narrow-aisle operation, cold storage, and high-bay racking. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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High-Bay Warehouse Equipment Operator (Reach Truck)
Do you steer a reach truck with confidence in tight aisles? Can you keep pace in a cooler environment while staying precise and safe? Join a growing food manufacturer in Niles, IL and turn those skills into a long-term opportunity with weekly pay.
Your mission
- Move, store, and retrieve materials using a reach truck across high-bay racking
- Pick both individual cases and full pallets with accuracy
- Load/unload trailers; stage and organize inventory in assigned slots
- Support warehouse and production workflows as needed
- Adhere to strict food safety and warehouse safety practices
- Keep equipment and work areas clean and orderly
You’ll thrive here if you have
- 2 years or more of reach truck operating experience
- A reliable attendance record
- Comfort working in cooler temperatures
- Strength to lift up to 50 lbs
- A relentless focus on safety and accuracy
The basics
- Shift: 1st (6:00 AM – 2:00 PM)
- Starting pay: $22.00 – $23.00 per hour
- Paid weekly
- Full-time, long-term role
- Positive, supportive work culture
How to apply
Walk in with 2 forms of identification to submit your application.
Application Hours:
Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Nexus Employment Solutions Plus, Inc.
7900 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 12
Niles, IL 60714
Inside the Oak Mill Plaza Mall
AI & fairness
Our recruitment process may include AI-assisted tools to support evaluations; people make the final decisions.
Equal Opportunity
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
High-Bay Warehouse Equipment Operator (Reach Truck)
Do you steer a reach truck with confidence in tight aisles? Can you keep pace in a cooler environment while staying precise and safe? Join a growing food manufacturer in Niles, IL and turn those skills into a long-term opportunity with weekly pay.
Your mission
- Move, store, and retrieve materials using a reach truck across high-bay racking
- Pick both individual cases and full pallets with accuracy
- Load/unload trailers; stage and organize inventory in assigned slots
- Support warehouse and production workflows as needed
- Adhere to strict food safety and warehouse safety practices
- Keep equipment and work areas clean and orderly
You’ll thrive here if you have
- 2 years or more of reach truck operating experience
- A reliable attendance record
- Comfort working in cooler temperatures
- Strength to lift up to 50 lbs
- A relentless focus on safety and accuracy
The basics
- Shift: 1st (6:00 AM – 2:00 PM)
- Starting pay: $22.00 – $23.00 per hour
- Paid weekly
- Full-time, long-term role
- Positive, supportive work culture
How to apply
Walk in with 2 forms of identification to submit your application.
Application Hours:
Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Nexus Employment Solutions Plus, Inc.
7900 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 12
Niles, IL 60714
Inside the Oak Mill Plaza Mall
AI & fairness
Our recruitment process may include AI-assisted tools to support evaluations; people make the final decisions.
Equal Opportunity
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in reach truck operator jobs.
- Valid forklift certification or OSHA-compliant reach truck operator license
- Minimum one to two years of reach truck or narrow-aisle forklift experience
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand or sit for extended shift durations
- Familiarity with warehouse management systems and RF scanner equipment
- Experience operating at racking heights of 20 feet or greater
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
Tips for Your Reach Truck Operator Job Search
List your forklift certifications clearly
Put your OSHA-compliant reach truck certification and any equipment-specific endorsements in a dedicated credentials section near the top of your resume. Hiring managers in warehousing scan for certification status before reading anything else.
Quantify your racking height and load experience
Mention the maximum racking height you've operated at and the heaviest load capacity you've handled regularly. These specifics separate you from candidates who only list 'reach truck experience' without context that matters to operations managers.
Target openings that match your equipment hours
Filter for postings that name the exact reach truck brand or model you've logged the most hours on. Employers running Crown or Raymond fleets often prefer operators already familiar with that equipment's controls and maintenance quirks.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists reach truck operator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a practical skills assessment
Most warehousing employers require a live equipment evaluation before or during the interview. Practice smooth load placement, narrow-aisle maneuvering, and clean stop procedures so you can demonstrate control confidently under observation.
Follow up with the shift supervisor, not just HR
After applying, ask to speak briefly with the floor supervisor for the shift you're targeting. Supervisors often influence hiring decisions in warehousing roles and appreciate candidates who understand operations well enough to ask about shift structure directly.
Reach Truck Operator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most reach truck operators?
The companies hiring the most reach truck operators right now include ABB, Ryder System, and Cardinal Health, with the largest share of openings in Illinois, Mississippi, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Distribution centers tied to e-commerce fulfillment and third-party logistics providers consistently post the highest volume of openings.
How many reach truck operator jobs are remote?
About 0% of reach truck operator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of the role. The small share that does offer flexible or off-site components tends to involve training coordination, equipment inspection scheduling, or fleet supervision at multi-site operations.
How do you become a reach truck operator?
Start by completing a forklift safety training program that covers reach truck operation and meets OSHA requirements, since employers are legally required to certify operators before they work independently. Next, log practice hours on reach equipment, ideally through a staffing agency placement or an entry-level warehouse associate role that includes cross-training. Once certified, apply to openings that specify reach truck experience and be ready for an on-site skills evaluation.
Can you get hired as a reach truck operator with no experience?
Yes, some employers hire candidates with no reach truck experience specifically so they can train and certify them in-house on their own equipment. Your strongest path in is to highlight any related warehouse experience, such as pallet jack or sit-down forklift operation, and to complete a third-party forklift safety course before applying so you arrive with foundational safety knowledge even if you lack hours on reach equipment.
What does the reach truck operator interview process look like?
Most employers start with a brief phone or in-person screening focused on your certification status, equipment experience, and availability for specific shifts. A facility tour and a practical skills evaluation on the actual equipment typically follow, where a floor supervisor or safety officer watches you maneuver, place loads, and follow lockout procedures. Some larger distribution centers add a background check and drug screen before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to reach truck operator jobs?
You can find and apply to reach truck operator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your certification level, equipment experience, and preferred shift, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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