Heavy Equipment Processor

Manufacturing Heavy Equipment Processor

See yourself at Wallenius Wilhelmsen. We collaborate, we care, we challenge every day to keep the world in motion and transform logistics into a zero‑emissions, carbon‑free industry. Join us and make it happen!

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is seeking a Manufacturing Heavy Equipment Processor at our equipment processing center in East Peoria, Illinois.

Starting rate of pay $18.00–$19.00 per hour, depending on experience.

• Load and unload construction equipment to/from trailers for receiving or shipment from the yard.
• Safely operate lift truck, overhead crane, or other material handling equipment.
• Drive and operate equipment, including backing up, tilting or raising or lowering attachments, or other machine movements to facilitate transport.
• Work outside in all reasonable weather conditions.
• Read and interpret paperwork associated with the shipping/receiving function including bills of lading, shipping orders, manifests, tally sheets or export documentation.
• Drive units from the factory to the yard for storage or distribution with a current driver’s license.

• Ability to operate various types of heavy equipment, forklifts, overhead cranes.
• Ability to read and interpret paperwork associated with shipping/receiving function.
• Ability to carry and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to complete a full workday walking and/or standing in all reasonable weather conditions.
• Current valid driver’s license.

• Low‑cost health insurance options to support your well‑being, including medical, dental and vision after 30 days of employment.
• Industry‑leading company‑matching 401(k) plan.
• Company‑paid life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability.
• On‑the‑job training and career development opportunities.
• Exclusive discounts on attractions, automotive, travel and more.

Environmental conditions vary by location, including indoor and outdoor settings. Employees may encounter extreme temperatures, wetness, wind, fumes, dust particles and drafts. Safety is our top priority, and we are dedicated to fostering a safety‑first environment, ensuring all precautions are taken to protect our team in every working condition.

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is the global leader in integrated vehicle transportation and logistics, supporting our customers across their supply chain from the factory to the end‑customer. We transport and handle cars, tractors, trains, windmills, and even whole factories for some of the world’s most well‑known companies. We are powered by nearly 9,500 people working on vessels and at ports, at vehicle and equipment processing centers in 28 countries, building resilient, connected, data‑driven, decarbonized solutions for the future.

We are a global group of people from diverse backgrounds and lifestyles. Wallenius Wilhelmsen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace where all contributors feel they can bring their best selves every day, learn from each other, and be appreciated. Our journey toward sustainable and integrated logistics compels us to attract people with diverse experiences, skills, and abilities.

Apply today, and let’s keep the world and your career moving together.