Forklift / Material Handler

Laborup; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Laborup is hiring Forklift / Material Handlers for a large plastics manufacturing operation. You will handle materials, move WIP and finished goods with a forklift, and support production to keep operations flowing.

Responsibilities include safe forklift operation, material verification, and coordinating with Pick & Pack teams to ensure accurate deliveries. Both day and night shifts available on rotating schedules.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely perform physical, hands-on material handling throughout a 12-hour shift.
• Strong focus on safety, accuracy, and organization.
• Effective communication with production and warehouse teams.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, labels, and material documentation.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Forklift Operation: transport WIP, finished goods, and materials throughout the facility.
• Production Support: plan, stage, and deliver materials to maintain output.
• Pick & Pack Support: ensure orders and materials are accurate and on time.
• Material Verification: check incoming/outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
• Inventory & Storage: keep racks and locations organized and accessible.
• Supply Monitoring: communicate with teams to prevent shortages.

Skills

Safety adherence

Communication

Reliability

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Job description

Overview

We’re hiring Forklift / Material Handlers for a large, established plastics manufacturing operation.

This is a hands‑on material handling role responsible for keeping production areas supplied and moving finished and work‑in‑process materials throughout the facility. You’ll use a forklift to deliver materials, supplies, and WIP to manufacturing areas, move completed products into storage, and help ensure production teams have what they need to keep operating without interruption.

What makes this role great:

• Independent Work: Take ownership of your area, priorities, inventory organization, and material flow throughout the shift
• 50% of Your Days Off: Rotating 12-hour schedules + ability to choose either days or nights
• Direct Path to Advancement: Advanced production and lead roles are filled from the shop floor, creating opportunities for promotion

Compensation

• $17/hr – Day shift
• $18/hr – Night shift
• Built-in overtime through the rotating schedules
• Full-time, direct-hire – not a temp job

Shift

Multiple openings are available on both days and nights:

• Day Shift: Rotating 2-2-3 schedule, 12-hour shifts
• Night Shift: Rotating 4-on / 4-off schedule, 12-hour shifts

Responsibilities:

• Forklift Operation: Safely transport work‑in‑process materials, finished products, supplies, and other materials throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Production Support: Plan, stage, and deliver required materials and supplies to production areas to maintain steady manufacturing output.
• Pick & Pack Support: Work closely with Pick & Pack personnel to ensure orders and materials are accurate and delivered on time.
• Material Verification: Check incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy, condition, and quality before movement or delivery.
• Inventory & Storage: Maintain organized and accurate storage racks and material locations used by production and Pick & Pack teams.
• Supply Monitoring: Communicate with production and other departments to prevent material or supply shortages from disrupting operations.

Qualifications:

Required

• Ability to safely perform physical, hands‑on material handling work throughout a 12‑hour shift
• Strong attention to safety, material accuracy, and organization
• Ability to communicate effectively with production and warehouse teams
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, labels, and material documentation
• Reliable attendance and punctuality

Preferred

• Previous forklift experience
• Previous material handling, warehouse, manufacturing, or production experience
• High school diploma or GED
• Basic computer skills