Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Material Handler and Forklift Operator for a direct hire opportunity in a busy automotive parts manufacturing environment near Rutherford and Keele. This role is ideal for a safety-focused, reliable candidate with strong forklift experience and a background in shipping, receiving, and production support.
As a Material Handler, you will play an important role in keeping materials moving efficiently throughout the facility. You will operate counterbalance and reach forklifts, support loading and unloading, build and wrap pallets, and ensure production teams have the materials they need to stay on schedule.
This opportunity offers steady daytime hours, consistent work, and the chance to join a team-oriented manufacturing environment where attention to detail, safety, and dependability are valued.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate counterbalance and reach forklifts safely in a busy manufacturing and warehouse environment.
- Perform shipping and receiving duties, including loading and unloading materials.
- Build, wrap, stage, and move pallets to support warehouse and production flow.
- Move raw materials, components, and finished goods to designated production or storage areas.
- Maintain accuracy when handling materials, verifying loads, and supporting inventory movement.
- Follow all workplace safety procedures while lifting, moving, and organizing materials.
Compensation and Benefits
- Pay Rate: $21.00 per hour.
- Schedule: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
- Job Type: Direct Hire.
- Location: Rutherford and Keele area,
