Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

This role focuses on safely operating a forklift and performing general warehouse labor in a busy distribution environment. You will handle a variety of wood-based and foam products, support loading and unloading activities, and use a tablet to help maintain accurate inventory records while working a split second shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently to move materials throughout the warehouse.
• Load and unload materials from trucks and staging areas across the facility.
• Handle wood-based and foam products, ensuring proper placement and storage.
• Perform general labor tasks, including lifting products and materials up to 50 lbs.
• Use a tablet or handheld device to scan inventory and maintain accurate records.
• Support shipping and receiving activities by organizing and staging materials.
• Follow all warehouse safety procedures and guidelines at all times.
• Work effectively within a team of 2025 employees to meet daily production and distribution goals.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to promote safety and efficiency.
• Adhere to the required second shift schedule, including some Saturdays as needed.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of experience working in a distribution or warehouse environment.
• Proven experience operating a forklift in a production or warehouse setting.
• Ability to perform general labor tasks, including consistent lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Experience with material handling, loading, and unloading in a warehouse.
• Ability to use a tablet or handheld device for inventory scanning and tracking.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work the required split second shift schedule.
• Strong reliability and attendance, consistently showing up ready to work.
• Understanding of basic warehouse safety practices and willingness to follow them.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background in shipping and receiving operations.
• Experience working as a loader in a warehouse or production environment.
• Comfort working with wood-based and foam products.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team of 2025 colleagues.
• Attention to detail when handling inventory and scanning materials.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a large, collaborative warehouse operation where teamwork, reliability, and safety are highly valued. The structured second shift schedule supports predictable hours, and you will work with modern equipment and tools in an environment that rewards consistency, strong work habits, and a commitment to doing the job well.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large production and warehouse facility, working closely with a team of approximately 2025 employees. You will primarily work on third shift from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM, Monday through Friday, with some Saturdays as needed. The environment involves active material handling, forklift operation, and use of tablets for inventory scanning in a busy distribution setting. Dress code includes jeans and appropriate footwear, with steel toe boots required for safety.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Montgomery, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.53 - $21.53/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Montgomery, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 2026.