Warehouse Forklift Specialist

Warehouse Forklift Specialist – 2nd Shift Opportunity

Now Hiring: Warehouse Forklift Specialist – 2nd Shift Opportunity at The Fountainhead Group!

Are you an experienced forklift operator looking for a steady, full-time role with a company that values safety, teamwork, and growth? The Fountainhead Group is hiring a Warehouse Forklift Specialist to support our fast-paced warehouse and manufacturing operations.

As a key member of our warehouse team, you'll be responsible for safely loading and unloading trucks, moving raw materials and finished goods throughout the facility, and operating a variety of lift equipment—all while keeping safety and efficiency top of mind.

If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and thrive in a hands-on environment, we want to hear from you!

2nd Shift: 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM, Monday–Friday | $18.75/hour PLUS $0.50 shift differential

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

The below describes a typical day as a member of our warehouse and production facilities, but additional responsibilities may be required by the facility manager.

• Perform daily forklift inspections and report deficiencies to facility manager
• Operate equipment in a safe manner at all times.
• Be able to use on a daily basis inventory management software on a tablet or scanner to move inventory throughout the facility
• Be able to properly and safely stack or place raw materials and finished products in racking or designated stack zones.
• Ensure product being stored or loaded for transport is in saleable condition or properly secured to a pallet for storage
• Ensure product being shipped and stored is properly identified with either shipping tags or storage tags
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing trucks in a timely and safe manner
• Stage product for shipping or QC inspection
• Keep manufacturing facilities properly stocked with needed product for current production run
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and warehouse daily
• Work as assigned on special projects as needed
• Participate in annual inventory

Min Compensation

USD $18.75/Hr.

Max Compensation

USD $18.75/Hr.

Qualifications

Who You Are:

• You are at least 18 years of age with a minimum of 2 years' experience operating lift equipment in a warehouse setting
• Must be computer literate. Knowledge of warehouse tablets and scanners a plus
• Must be able to communicate, read and write in English
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds and stand for long periods of time
• Be a self-starter with strong attention to detail, safety and be able to prioritize and adapt to daily tasks
• Must work well with others in a team setting and follow directions from supervisors
• Must have a strong attendance record

In addition to a competitive salary, we are pleased to offer the following benefit package:

• Medical
• Dental
• Paid Vacation
• Holiday Pay
• 401k with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• Employee paid Voluntary Life and Short Term Disability Coverage

Company Profile

“We Are The Fountainhead Group” - YouTube Video:

The Fountainhead Group is a family-owned and operated company, dedicated to the success and longevity of our business, our employees, and our community. For more than 130 years, FGI has been creating, innovating, and manufacturing liquid sprayer products for the world's top brands and retailers. From the first compressed air sprayer in 1888, we have dedicated ourselves to creating products that make our customer's lives easier, expanding our offering to include the highest quality sprayer technology for both home and professional use.

Across four manufacturing and distribution centers in Central New York, we're committed to the betterment of our FGI Family of employees and our local community, supporting more than 350+ local nonprofits through our robust philanthropy and volunteer programs to ensure the success of our community for generations to come.

The Fountainhead Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer (AAE/EEO) and ranked one of the Best Companies to Work for in New York State by the Society for Human Resource Management. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, refugee or disability status. With over 12 languages spoken at FGI, regardless of language ability, education, or training, there is a place for you within the FGI Family!