Forklift Operator

NewCold; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

NewCold is hiring a Forklift Operator for our automated Cold Storage facility in Maryland. You will ensure orders are stacked, wrapped, labeled, loaded/unloaded, and shipped while meeting quality and safety standards.

Work involves operating forklifts in a -5 degree environment, performing inspections, maintaining dock flow, and using WMS software for documentation. This role is safety sensitive and requires punctuality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Able to work in -5 degrees temperatures throughout shift.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Able to stand for long periods and wrap pallets.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to move customer products and palletize safely.
• Inspect equipment and report unsafe conditions.
• Maintain dock flow and complete paperwork accurately.

Skills

Cold storage work

Lifting 50 lbs

Pallet wrapping

Shift work (8–12 hr)

Stamina

Safety awareness

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

WMS software

Job description

Build the future of food

At NewCold, we’re shaping the future of the food supply chain. Our warehouses and transport network connect the world’s major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers.

Join a collaborative team of doers, innovators, and engineers who are dedicated to making a real impact. Together with advanced robotics and cutting–edge technology, we’re not just keeping up with the times — we’re pioneering smarter, more sustainable operations to keep the world’s food fresh and safe.

To support our rapid growth, we’re constantly looking for talented people to join our team. Want to be a part of a dynamic, forward–thinking environment? Join us!

Your role as a Forklift Operator

Key responsibilities:

Position Overview

NewCold is an automated Cold Storage facility and rated top five in the industry. We are currently looking for Forklift Operators for NewCold. Our Forklift Operators ensure customer product orders are stacked, wrapped, tagged, loaded/unloaded, and shipped, while meeting customer and NewCold Quality and Safety standards.

• Ensure the work area is safe and report any unsafe conditions and/or acts immediately.
• Prior to operation, complete forklift/equipment inspection checklist.
• Operate Forklift equipped with forks, push pull (Slip), or clamper, to move customer products.
• Operate with assigned forklift loading and/or unloading customer product in a timely manner, maintaining dock flow throughout assigned shift.
• Utilize Warehouse Management Software (WMS) loading/unloading software to correctly annotate completed work.
• Sort, stack, wrap, and ensure products are labeled properly by customer standards.
• Remove and replace or charge Forklift batteries as needed.
• Accurately and coherently document additional value‑added work for invoicing.
• Complete all necessary paperwork in an accurate & timely manner.
• Operate in a team atmosphere, take direction, and adopt approved work methods.
• Perform all work in compliance with all Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience

• Able to work in the -5 degrees temperatures throughout assigned shift.
• Able to repeatedly lift customer products weighing up to 50 lbs. each. Safely manipulating product from overhead and floor level and placing on pallet at floor level and overhead.
• Able to repeatedly hand wrap pallets using provided tools moving from floor level to overhead.
• Ability to work multiple shifts from 8‑12 hours, sometimes standing for several hours at a time.
• Ability to maintain focus and situational awareness.
• Able to stand for up to 4 hours at a time.
• This Position is considered a safety sensitive position.

Education/Certification

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.

Starting pay: $23.30 per hour

Who we are looking for:

We are seeking motivated and forward‑thinking individuals who thrive in collaborative and fast‑moving environments. Our ideal candidate has:

Ready to make an impact?

Our goal is to keep the world’s food fresh and safe with our proprietary technologies and innovative solutions. Join our team and help build a more efficient, innovative, and sustainable food supply chain. Your next career chapter starts at NewCold.

Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting your career, NewCold provides the opportunities and challenges that allow you to grow and excel. Ready to turn your curiosity into impact?

Explore careers at NewCold

Can we welcome you on board as our new Forklift Operator and help continue our successful growth?

NewCold provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), or service in the military. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

NewCold expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment or discrimination based on any of the characteristics mentioned above. Improper interference with the ability of other employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.