Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

C&S Wholesale Grocers; Windsor, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401k matching

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Weekly pay

Safety shoe assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

C&S Wholesale Grocers invites applications for a Forklift Operator on 1st shift at Windsor Locks, CT. The role involves operating a forklift to move goods, tracking inventory with handheld devices, stacking and replenishing products, and supporting timely order fulfillment while maintaining safety standards.

Benefiting from paid training, this position offers weekly pay, benefits from day one, and opportunities for career progression within our distribution network.

Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience operating material handling equipment.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move merchandise to designated locations.
• Track inventory using a handheld computer and scanners.
• Stack, rotate, and replenish merchandise in the warehouse.
• Assist loading/unloading from trailers and staging product.
• Follow all forklift safety protocols during the shift.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Tools

Handheld computer

Job description

## Forklift Operator - 1st ShiftApply: Windsor Locks, CT: Full time: Posted Today: R-268849### ## Position OverviewKeep our communities fed. Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices — every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors and communities. Forklift Operators help support this mission by replenishing product levels to ensure items can be easily accessed in the warehouse. These jobs are an important part of our team and help sustain our safe and efficient daily operation.## Job Description**Text “CS” to 32543 to learn more about how you can become a part of our legacy.** * First Shift - Schedule TBD Sunday Mandatory* Earn $25.00 per hour +shift differential pay + incentive pay after training* 500 North Street, Windsor Locks, CT **You will contribute by:*** Operating a forklift to transport merchandise to designated locations in the warehouse* Accurately tracking inventory utilizing a handheld computer and other necessary technology* Stacking and rotating merchandise, either by hand or using material handling equipment* Replenishing pick slots and production lines to ensure timely fulfillment of customer orders* Staging finished product in designated storage areas* Loading and unloading merchandise from trailers* Following all safety protocols and procedures set for a forklift operator in the warehouse* Occasional safe lifting of varying case weight, shape, and height levels **What’s a great way to stay in shape?*** Continually Standing, bending, pulling, lifting, pivoting up to 90% of shift* Frequently lifting of product weighing between 1 - 60 lbs. or more* Frequent lifting of product ranging from floor to overhead* Possibility of working on multiple levels of varying height* Safe handling of sharp objects including box cutting tools **We offer:*** Paid training provided* Weekly Pay* Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, company matched 401k)* PTO and Holiday Pay offered* In certain locations C&S offers $100 towards the purchase of safety shoes* Career Progression Opportunities* Tuition Reimbursement* Employee Health & Wellness program* Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs* Employee Assistance Program **Your work environment may include:*** Grocery (dry goods) – about 50°- 90° **We’re searching for candidates with:*** One or more years of experience operating material handling equipment* Strong sense of safety and ability to follow standard safety procedures* Team-oriented outlook with a passion for helping others* Desire to work with a team to support causes that positively impact our communities* Ability and willingness to follow material handling equipment safe operating procedures **The Fine Print** This Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This job advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. This position may be with any affiliate of C&S Wholesale Grocers.## QualificationsGeneral Equivalency Diploma - General Studies, High School Diploma - General Studies## Shift1st Shift (United States of America)