Experienced Forklift Operator – 1st Shift

Eaworkforce; City of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

1st shift

Overtime and weekend hours

Structured warehouse environment

Job summary

Eaworkforce seeks an Experienced Forklift Operator for Middletown, NY. 1st shift, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday–Friday, with overtime as required. This full-time but temporary role may lead to permanent hire depending on performance.

Responsibilities include moving goods, loading/unloading trucks, staging materials, and precise inventory documentation in a fast-paced warehouse.

Pay is $21.80 per hour with overtime opportunities and a structured work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years forklift operating experience.
• Must have operated a forklift within the past 6 months.
• Must be able to work all shifts as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to move finished goods from production to warehouse storage.
• Pull and stage materials for shipping and outbound orders.
• Load and unload delivery trucks safely and efficiently.
• Accurately document and track inventory handled.
• Follow all warehouse safety, quality, and operational procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Weekend work

Punctuality

Job description

Experienced Forklift Operator– 1st Shift

Location: Middletown, NY

Pay Rate: $21.80 per hour

Employment Type: Full-Time | Temporary (potential temp-to-hire)

Shift & Schedule: 1st Shift: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Job Overview:

We are seeking experienced Forklift Operators for a fast-paced warehouse and production facility in Middletown, NY. Candidates must be flexible, dependable, and willing to work assigned shifts, including weekends and mandatory overtime when required.

Forklift Operator Responsibilities:

• Operate forklifts to move finished goods from production to warehouse storage
• Pull and stage materials for shipping and outbound orders
• Load and unload delivery trucks safely and efficiently
• Accurately document and track inventory handled
• Follow all warehouse safety, quality, and operational procedures
• Meet productivity and attendance standards in a time-sensitive environment

Experience & Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of forklift operating experience required
• Must have operated a forklift within the past 6 months
• Must be able to work all shifts as assigned
• Ability to work weekends as needed
• Mandatory overtime may be required, up to 4 additional hours per day
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential

Forklift Skills Evaluation:

• Driving a designated route
• Performing a U-turn
• Picking up and placing boxes accurately and safely

Why Apply?

• Competitive pay at $21.80/hour
• 1st shift optionwith a consistent schedule
• Overtime and weekend hours available
• Structured warehouse environment with clear expectations