1st Shift Forklift Operator

As a global marketing experience company, Quad’s goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We’ve built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we’re all driven to perform at our best— for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we’re a company that believes we can always create a better way.

Forklift Operator

Location: Hartford, WI

Pay: $18.00 – $20.00/hour, based on relevant experience and work history

Shift Available:

• Day Shift: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

Schedule: 12-hour compressed work schedule (3/4 or 4/3 rotation), working only 182 days per year while maintaining full-time pay and benefits.

Important: We're seeking experienced Forklift Operators with backgrounds in manufacturing, warehousing, shipping, logistics, distribution, or production environments. Previous forklift operating experience is strongly preferred.

Build Products People See Every Day

Every day, millions of people see the products we produce—from magazines and catalogs to retail advertising, packaging, and other printed products. At Quad, you'll work with advanced technology, support one of North America's largest print manufacturing operations, and build a long-term career with a company that invests in its people.

Hartford is one of Quad's largest manufacturing campuses and an important part of our nationwide production network. Here, you'll work with advanced printing technology while supporting the production of magazines, catalogs, and retail advertising products seen across the country. As home to our CRT ink manufacturing division, Hartford is also a center for innovation and continuous improvement, making it an exciting place to build a manufacturing career with room to grow.

Position Summary

Quad is seeking dependable Forklift Operators to join our Hartford manufacturing team.

This isn't a traditional warehouse position. You'll work directly alongside production teams to ensure presses and finishing equipment have the materials they need to keep customer orders moving on schedule. You'll transport paper, raw materials, and finished products throughout the facility while supporting safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

What You'll Do

• Operate forklifts, motorized lifts, and other powered industrial equipment throughout the facility.

• Supply printing presses and finishing equipment with paper, raw materials, and other production supplies.

• Transport raw materials and finished products throughout the plant.

• Load and unload trailers safely and efficiently.

• Maintain accurate inventory using RF scanners and computerized inventory systems.

• Support production teams by delivering materials where and when they're needed.

• Perform routine equipment inspections and report maintenance concerns.

• Follow all company safety policies and operating procedures.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Previous forklift operating experience is strongly preferred.

• Experience in manufacturing, warehousing, shipping, logistics, distribution, or material handling environments.

• Experience loading and unloading trailers safely and efficiently.

• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn inventory management systems.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.

• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.

• Experience supporting manufacturing or printing operations is a plus.

Why Quad?

At Quad, you'll do more than move materials—you'll play a critical role in keeping one of North America's largest print manufacturing operations running efficiently. We invest in our employees by providing opportunities to grow, learn new skills, and build long-term careers with an industry leader.

Hartford employees enjoy a variety of unique benefits, including:

• 12-hour compressed work schedule—work only 182 days per year while maintaining full-time pay and benefits.

• Fixed day shift schedule with no rotating shifts.

• Every other week includes a four-day break, providing more time for family, hobbies, and life outside of work.

• On-site fitness center to support your health and wellness.

• Opportunities for career growth across manufacturing, logistics, maintenance, operations, and leadership.

Compensation is based on experience, skills, qualifications, shift, location, and other job-related factors.

Keep Production Moving. Build Your Career at Quad.

If you're an experienced Forklift Operator or Material Handler looking for stable employment, a predictable schedule, and the opportunity to support advanced manufacturing operations, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and see where a career at Quad can take you.

We offer comprehensive benefits ( for eligible employees including medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement savings, paid time off, holidays and additional benefits.

Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging — a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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