Forklift-Certified Material Handler - Fast-Paced Inventory

Millenniumsoft; Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Millenniumsoft in Canaan, CT is seeking a Material Handler on a contract (W2) basis to support receiving, inventory control, and timely delivery of MRO materials to maintenance and production teams.

Working hours are Mon-Fri 08:00–17:00. Pay rate is $23.00 per hour. Must be able to obtain forklift certification and work with ERP/CMMS/WMS systems; prior material handling and 5S practices are a plus. Physical lifting up to 50 lbs may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; 2 years of material handling experience helpful.
• Forklift certification required per client guidelines.
• Familiarity with ERP/CMMS/WMS systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and process incoming MRO materials, spare parts, and maintenance supplies.
• Store and organize inventory in designated stockroom and warehouse locations.
• Deliver materials to maintenance and production teams in a timely manner.
• Perform inventory transactions using ERP, CMMS, WMS, RF scanners, or handheld devices.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, and inventory reconciliation activities.
• Support Kanban, point-of-use replenishment, and spare parts management programs.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely.
• Follow good manufacturing practices, company procedures, and all safety requirements.
• Maintain clean, organized, and 5S-compliant storage areas.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on material flow, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Assist with physical inventories and inventory-related investigations.
• Provide backup support for other inventory and warehouse functions as needed.

Skills

Material handling

Forklift operation

ERP/CMMS/WMS

Inventory control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP software

RF scanners

Job description

Millenniumsoft in Canaan, CT is seeking a Material Handler on a contract (W2) basis to support receiving, inventory control, and timely delivery of MRO materials to maintenance and production teams.

Working hours are Mon-Fri 08:00–17:00. Pay rate is $23.00 per hour. Must be able to obtain forklift certification and work with ERP/CMMS/WMS systems; prior material handling and 5S practices are a plus. Physical lifting up to 50 lbs may be required.