64 Material Handling Equipment jobs in Brooklyn

About the job Forklift Operator

Monday- Friday 9am-5:30pm

Position: Forklift Operator

Company: IWS Group

Contract Details: Full-time, Permanent

IWS Group, a leading logistics and supply chain management company, is seeking a skilled and experienced Forklift Operator to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. As a Forklift Operator, you will play a crucial role in our operations by ensuring the safe and efficient movement of goods and materials within our warehouse and distribution centers.

Key Responsibilities:

- Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to load, unload, and move materials throughout the warehouse and distribution centers

- Safely and accurately stack and store products in designated areas

- Inspect forklifts and other equipment regularly and report any maintenance or safety issues

- Follow all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and others

- Use handheld scanners and other technology to track and record inventory movements

- Assist with inventory counts and cycle counts as needed

- Collaborate with team members to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of orders

- Maintain a clean and organized work area

- Adhere to company policies and procedures at all times

Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent

- Valid forklift certification

- Minimum of 2 years of experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or distribution center setting

- Strong understanding of warehouse operations and inventory management

- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods of time

- Excellent hand-eye coordination and depth perception

- Familiarity with handheld scanners and other warehouse technology

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime as needed

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth and advancement within our company. If you are a skilled forklift operator looking for a stable and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply for this position with IWS Group.

• Locates and packs materials for shipping.
• Documents materials and records units delivered and location of units.
• Operates forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery to move items, or signals machine operators to move materials onto and off trucks, ships, and loading docks.
• Keeps inventory, loading areas, and machinery clean.
• Responsible removing completed pallets from all machines.
• Stacking of finished cartons onto pallets.
• Move materials from and to WIP locations.
• Filling assembly machines with WIP

• High school diploma or GED
• Must have Previous experience operating a forklift, pallet jack and cherry picker
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record
• Experience using a RF Scanner
• Previous stock or inventory experience a plus
• Experience picking, shipping and receiving

Experience
Candidates should possess the following skills:

• 3+ years experience driving a forklift and Electric Pallet Jack single pallet.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish / Chinese) preferred. 
• Strong knowledge of working in a Warehouse environment Dry and Cold.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple task.

• Forklift Operator is responsible for operating an electric powered industrial forklift to move, locate, relocate, stack, push, pull, tier, and count product and materials. The operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operations of the vehicle in a manner that meets UBL standards for quality, productivity, and accuracy.
• Regarding the electric pallet jacks, they are a single-pallet model.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive all inbound raw materials and packaging
• Checks delivered items against the delivery invoice/ P.O.s
• Inspect all received materials for defects, damage, and overall quality
• Ensure compliance with all shipping SOPS, communicating to Warehouse Manager any deviations
• Ensure all shipping paperwork is completed and processed in line with Standard Operating Procedures
• Transfer all raw materials and frozen goods to and from racks and freezer to correct locations
• Assist in periodic inventory counts and adjustments
• Use manual and powered pallet jacks
• Multiple types of powered forklifts are safely operated.
• Follow quality, safety and good manufacturing processes (GMPs) are followed
• Comply with FDA, USDA, and HACCP standards
• Communicate with (or to) individuals or groups verbally and/or in writing
• Pull requisitions for Production.
• Receive and unload trucks.
• Stack and down stack pallets neatly and evenly to ensure safe transport.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE

Forklift Operator / Material Handler in Fairfield, NJ

Pay: $18.50/hr.

1st Shift & 3rd Shift

Full-time, Benefits, and Weekly Pay

Impact Workforce Solutions is hiring for a Full-Time Forklift Operator / Material Handler, Fairfield, NJ. Impact is proud to offer an industry leading benefits and wellness package, with eligibility for some programs beginning Day 1!

Our positions are full-time, year-around employment with paid training. We offer:

• 5 Days of PTO

• 6 Paid Holidays

• Up to 50% of health insurance premiums paid by Impact

• Access to a retirement plan, financial fitness, and employee savings programs

Starting Pay $18.50 per hour

Schedule: 1st Shift & 3rd Shift

GENERAL PURPOSE

This position is responsible for safely operating various machining, production, and assembly operations to produce high quality manufactured parts or assembled production. Also, this position will have the ability to set up or make minor adjustments to various machines.

DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Correctly setup and operate various machines, follow the production and quality procedures following prints and checking materials for defects, maintain production materials, inspect product to ensure high quality. Able to run various different types of equipment.

• Perform minor adjustments and daily maintenance to equipment

• Participate on Continuous Improvement Teams

• Provide training to other associates

• Basic or routine troubleshooting

• Able to operator material handling equipment: (Forklift, Stand Behinds, Trucks)

• Ability to work with minimal supervision

• Conduct machine and production changeovers as required

• Certified to operate various workstations/positions within the facility to meet production needs

• Inspect measurements and product to ensure quality and accuracy

• Transport the product to the correct location when completed

• Update all completed work in the correct system per the schedule

• Ability to understand and execute verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed

• Ability to perform and demonstrate all manufacturing procedures after training.

• Assist with other duties within the department and/or other work stations/departments when necessary

• Complete clean-up responsibilities and maintain work station according to 5S procedure

• Demonstrate our five core values of Integrity, Customer Responsiveness, Innovation, Passionate Contribution & Empowerment and Continuous Improvement

• Understand workplace hazards and take steps to proactively prevent and report hazards or injuries in the workplace. Cooperate in safety programs, initiatives, and investigations

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently

• Demonstrated ability to use and interpret measurement tools such as tape measure, micrometers and calipers

• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, blueprints, BOM's and associated procedures

• Ability to follow directions and work with minimal supervision

• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to frequently changing priorities/tasks

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude

• Basic math skills and problem solving skills

• Ability to operate some or all of the following types of equipment: Presses, Laser Turret, Welder, Table Saws, Edgers, Paint Sprayers, Mills and other Manufacturing Equipment as needed

• Ability to identify and communicate basic process improvements

• Must possess high level of attention to detail

• Works well in a Team Environment

• Capability to Train others

• Ability to work well in a team environment

• Provide training to other associates

• The ability to make decisions on imperfect information

• The ability to multitask and bias towards actions

• Proven reliability - attendance and punctuality

• Must understand basic lean principles - 5S, Kanban

• Ability to use the following hand tools: drills, screw drivers, hammers, etc.

• Minimum Education and Experience Required:

• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED.

• Two years of previous experience in operating specific specialized equipment outside of Milestone or two years of demonstrated experience operating a variety of different types of machinery.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand for 8 hours/day while making coordinated movements of the hands and fingers to grasp/pinch and manipulate objects.

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

EOE

Thank you for your interest in Impact Workforce Solutions, we are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and participate in the E-Verify eligibility confirmation program.

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Forklift Operator / Material Handler in Fairfield, NJ
Pay: $18.50/hr.
1st Shift & 3rd Shift
Full-time, Benefits, and Weekly Pay

Impact Workforce Solutions is hiring for a Full-Time Forklift Operator / Material Handler, Fairfield, NJ . Impact is proud to offer an industry leading benefits and wellness package, with eligibility for some programs beginning Day 1!

Our positions are full-time, year-around employment with paid training. We offer:

• 5 Days of PTO
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Up to 50% of health insurance premiums paid by Impact
• Access to a retirement plan, financial fitness, and employee savings programs

• Correctly setup and operate various machines, follow the production and quality procedures following prints and checking materials for defects, maintain production materials, inspect product to ensure high quality. Able to run various different types of equipment.
• Perform minor adjustments and daily maintenance to equipment
• Participate on Continuous Improvement Teams
• Provide training to other associates
• Basic or routine troubleshooting
• Able to operator material handling equipment: (Forklift, Stand Behinds, Trucks)
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Conduct machine and production changeovers as required
• Certified to operate various workstations/positions within the facility to meet production needs
• Inspect measurements and product to ensure quality and accuracy
• Transport the product to the correct location when completed
• Update all completed work in the correct system per the schedule
• Ability to understand and execute verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed
• Ability to perform and demonstrate all manufacturing procedures after training.
• Assist with other duties within the department and/or other work stations/departments when necessary
• Complete clean-up responsibilities and maintain work station according to 5S procedure
• Demonstrate our five core values of Integrity, Customer Responsiveness, Innovation, Passionate Contribution & Empowerment and Continuous Improvement
• Understand workplace hazards and take steps to proactively prevent and report hazards or injuries in the workplace. Cooperate in safety programs, initiatives, and investigations

• Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
• Demonstrated ability to use and interpret measurement tools such as tape measure, micrometers and calipers
• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, blueprints, BOM's and associated procedures
• Ability to follow directions and work with minimal supervision
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to frequently changing priorities/tasks
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Basic math skills and problem solving skills
• Ability to operate some or all of the following types of equipment: Presses, Laser Turret, Welder, Table Saws, Edgers, Paint Sprayers, Mills and other Manufacturing Equipment as needed
• Ability to identify and communicate basic process improvements
• Must possess high level of attention to detail
• Works well in a Team Environment
• Capability to Train others
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Provide training to other associates
• The ability to make decisions on imperfect information
• The ability to multitask and bias towards actions
• Proven reliability - attendance and punctuality
• Must understand basic lean principles - 5S, Kanban
• Ability to use the following hand tools: drills, screw drivers, hammers, etc.
• Minimum Education and Experience Required:
• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• Two years of previous experience in operating specific specialized equipment outside of Milestone or two years of demonstrated experience operating a variety of different types of machinery.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand for 8 hours/day while making coordinated movements of the hands and fingers to grasp/pinch and manipulate objects.

Job Description

GPS is currently recruiting Forklift Operators in the Orangeburg, SC area to join our client’s winning team.

Our client has been in business for over 45 years, employs over 600 team members across 13 locations, and is the top choice for pressure-treated lumber.

Why You Should Apply:

• Starting rate of pay: $15/hr
• Temp-to-Hire
• 1st shift, 7AM – 4PM
• Monday to Friday
• Some overtime available
• Climate-controlled forklift
• Opportunity for growth and development

What You Will Do:

• Operate heavy-duty forklift to transport lumber
• Accurately load trailers for delivery
• Unload incoming trailers and trucks
• Ensure the accuracy of loads

What Is Needed:

• At least 2 years of experience operating a forklift
• Experience reading pick/order tickets
• Attention to detail and troubleshooting skills

A pply today for immediate consideration.

A drug-free workplace and a criminal background check are required.

EOE

Under general supervision, the Forklift Operator will ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products utilizing equipment including, but not limited to, sit down and stand-up forklifts, high-reach forklifts, stand-up straddle trucks, walk behinds, pallet jacks, double pallet jacks and radio frequency equipment.

What You'll Do:

• Efficiently and safely load and unload freight using proper equipment to move products to storage throughout facility.

• Effectively stack and store merchandise, pick and assemble orders for shipment, check freight for accuracy, damage, and infestation, while labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as directed by management.

• In compliance with OSHA standards, operate equipment (sit down and stand-up forklifts, high-reach forklifts, stand-up straddle trucks, walk behinds, single/double pallet jacks and RF scanners) in a manner that promotes safety.

• Must be able to meet production standards while maintaining a clean and orderly work environment.

• Perform other duties such as inventory, cleaning, or forklift battery changes and may be required to perform other duties outside of normal responsibilities as needed.

What Experience and Education You Need:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

• Three (3) months of related work experience preferred.

What Could Set You Apart:

• An ability to work independently.

• Ability to work overtime, evenings, or weekends to complete work or to attend meetings as assigned, and the ability to adhere to attendance policies by showing up to assigned shift on time.

• Demonstrated ability to pay close attention to details and meet deadlines.

Physical Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions for this position and meet the physical requirements needed to perform them, including but not limited to frequently requiring the ability to drive a forklift, sit, hear, or talk, use close vision, use hands to grasp, handle or feel objects, and type and manipulate controls. Employees are occasionally required to use distance vision, stand, kneel, or crouch. Reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities. While performing the essential functions of this job, the associate:

• Must be able to work in spaces with 55 inches of headroom.

• Must be able to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures varying from32 degrees Fahrenheit to minus 45 degrees Fahrenheit, as well as outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation).

• Must tolerate heights up to 30 ft. and be able to access elevated products from inside safety cage.

• May stand to rebuild pallets with products. Requires tolerance of standing posture up to 5 hours, over an 8-10-12 hour shift. Occasionally required to walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

• Must be able lift boxes of varying weights from 10 lbs. up to 55 lbs. from ground level to 80 inches in height and up 70 lbs. to 50 inches in height rebuilding pallets without assistance. Must be able to lift and carry product a distance of 6 ft. without mechanical assistance.

• Wear clothing,boots, headgear, and gloves that protect against the cold.

• Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Ability to maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards/requirements.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The Company makes reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.

What We Offer:

Our associates know the answer to the question: "What's in it for me?" We offer best-in-class benefit programs and continuously work with our associates to ensure that our offerings meet the needs of their health and financial well-being. When you join Americold, you join a values-oriented company with a clear mission. We help our customers feed the world.

The Company's good-faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting for this position is $22.50 hourly. Rate may vary based on work location.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with applicable employment laws.

EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.

ABOUT US

Americold is a global provider of temperature-controlled infrastructure. We partner with farmers and food producers to ensure their perishable and frozen product reaches foods suppliers, restaurants, and your local grocery store without spoilage. Our customers, which include some of the most respected brands in the food industry, rely on our expertise and commitment to safety in order to deliver on their commitments.