Forklift Operator

Atterro; Lebanon (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan

Safety-focused warehouse environment

Job summary

Staffmark is seeking a Forklift Operator in Lebanon, CT. You will safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize materials throughout warehouse operations, ensuring accurate inventory movement and adherence to safety guidelines.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience, and familiarity with RF scanners or WMS. The role offers a 1st shift with Monday–Friday hours and a competitive pay rate of $18.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse training or powered industrial truck training is beneficial.
• Experience operating forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and safe equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize materials.
• Inspect equipment before use and replenish inventory locations.
• Support shipping and receiving activities and verify product movement.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and ensure safe, efficient material handling.
• Adhere to safety policies and wear appropriate PPE.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Warehouse/powered industrial truck training

Tools

RF scanners

WMS

Inventory software

Job description

Now hiring for a Forklift Operator
Location: Lebanon, CT
Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour
Schedule: 1st Shift, Monday–Friday

No Hustle. No Product Out the Door.
You’re not just driving forklifts — you’re driving success.

Looking for Forklift Operator jobs in Lebanon where your equipment skills keep warehouse operations moving? This opportunity lets you safely transport materials, support inventory movement, and help maintain efficient warehouse and distribution operations. The role involves pulling product from the production line and placing it in the proper location, loading trucks using a tablet and reading the BOL to ensure the truck is loaded correctly, restacking pallets, cleaning, cutting, and dumping bags/product, and sweeping.

This opportunity is based on a Forklift Operator career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Job Duties

• Pull product from the production line and place it in the proper location.
• Load trucks using a tablet and read the BOL to load trucks correctly.
• Restack pallets.
• Perform cleaning and housekeeping duties.
• Cut and dump bags/product.
• Sweep and maintain a clean work area.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse training or powered industrial truck training is beneficial.

Experience Requirements

• Experience operating forklifts or other powered industrial equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to load, unload, move, stack, and organize palletized materials.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to accurately identify inventory, shipping documentation, and storage locations.
• Strong attention to detail, dependable attendance, and commitment to workplace safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in warehouse, distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or shipping and receiving is preferred.
• Current forklift certification or experience operating multiple classes of powered industrial equipment is beneficial.
• Experience using RF scanners, warehouse management systems (WMS), or inventory software is considered an asset.
• Individuals who demonstrate safe operating practices, teamwork, reliability, and productivity are well positioned for success as a Forklift Operator.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb on and off powered industrial equipment throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, move, or reposition materials weighing up to 50 pounds when required.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts in busy warehouse and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, equipment, and inventory while operating powered industrial vehicles.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Warehouse Environment with opportunities for advancement and continued equipment training.

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What You Will Do

As a Forklift Operator you will safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize materials throughout warehouse and manufacturing operations. You will inspect equipment before use, replenish inventory locations, support shipping and receiving activities, verify product movement, maintain inventory accuracy, and help ensure safe, efficient material handling throughout the facility.

Pull product from the production line and place it in the proper location. Load trucks using a tablet and read the BOL to load trucks correctly. Restack pallets. Perform cleaning and housekeeping duties. Cut and dump bags/product. Sweep and maintain a clean work area.

The Forklift Operator is responsible for safely operating forklifts that support warehouse, manufacturing, and distribution operations. This role requires equipment proficiency, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining safe and efficient inventory movement throughout daily operations.

Successful Forklift Operator professionals understand warehouse procedures, inventory systems, equipment inspections, and material handling while supporting productive warehouse environments. Accuracy and consistency are essential characteristics for success.

This career is ideal for individuals who enjoy equipment operation and warehouse logistics.