Material Handler / Forklift Operator

Description

Location: Hauppauge, NY
Pay: Starting at $18.00 per hour, with higher pay based on experience and qualifications
Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking dependable, motivated, and experienced Material Handlers / Forklift Operators to join our warehouse team in Hauppauge, NY. We are looking for hands-on warehouse professionals who can work across multiple areas of our operation, handle materials safely and efficiently, and help keep daily warehouse activities running smoothly.

The ideal candidate has experience loading and unloading trucks, picking and putting away inventory, sorting and repacking orders, and operating material handling equipment. Candidates with experience operating both sit-down forklifts and stand-up lifts/reach trucks are strongly encouraged to apply. We are looking for individuals who can contribute immediately, work independently when needed, and maintain a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload incoming and outgoing trucks safely and efficiently.
• Receive, sort, separate, and organize incoming merchandise and materials.
• Pick, pack, repack, and prepare orders for shipment.
• Put away inventory and maintain accurate product locations.
• Operate manual pallet jacks and electric pallet jacks to move materials throughout the warehouse.
• Operate sit-down forklifts and stand-up lifts/reach trucks to move, stage, and store inventory, as qualified.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, order fulfillment, and general warehouse operations.
• Verify product quantities, labels, and order accuracy.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment.
• Perform other warehouse duties as needed to support daily operations.

Compensation

Starting at $18.00 per hour, with pay increasing based on relevant warehouse experience, forklift skills, equipment proficiency, and overall qualifications.

Candidates with strong experience operating sit-down forklifts, stand-up lifts/reach trucks, and electric pallet jacks are encouraged to apply. We value skilled warehouse professionals who can handle a variety of responsibilities and make an immediate contribution to our team.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive starting pay with opportunities for higher compensation based on experience.
• Excellent company benefits, Paid time off, Medical, Dental and Vision plans, retirement and Profit sharing programs.
• A varied, hands-on role across multiple warehouse functions.
• An opportunity to put your warehouse and equipment operating skills to work.
• A team-oriented environment that values reliability, safety, and productivity.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced material handler who takes pride in working safely, staying productive, and getting the job done right, we encourage you to apply. Please highlight your warehouse experience and the types of forklifts and material handling equipment you have operated.

We look forward to hearing from qualified candidates!

Requirements

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or material handling experience preferred.
• Forklift experience strongly preferred, particularly with sit-down forklifts and stand-up lifts/reach trucks.
• Experience operating electric pallet jacks and manual pallet jacks.
• Ability to safely load, unload, move, and organize merchandise and materials.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment and handle physical job requirements, including lifting, standing, walking, and moving materials throughout the shift.
• Commitment to workplace safety and proper equipment operation.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull materials as required for warehouse operations.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and move materials throughout the work shift.