Forklift Operator - Day Shift | $27/hr + Benefits & Training

C&S Wholesale Grocers; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Weekly pay

Benefits available from day 1 (medical

Dental

Vision

Company matched 401k

PTO and Holiday Pay

Safety shoe allowance

Career progression opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Employee health & wellness program

Employee discounts / purchasing

Employee assistance program

Job summary

C&S Wholesale Grocers is seeking a Forklift Operator in Westfield, MA to support our warehouse operations. You will transport merchandise, track inventory with handheld devices, and stack and rotate items to ensure accurate, timely orders.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to standard operating procedures. The position is full-time, with a day shift and a strong focus on reliable daily performance in a cold environment.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to transport merchandise to designated locations in the warehouse.
• Accurately track inventory using handheld computer and other required technology.
• Stack and rotate merchandise by hand or using equipment.
• Replenish pick slots and production lines to ensure timely fulfillment.
• Stage finished product in designated storage areas.
• Load and unload merchandise from trailers.
• Follow all safety protocols for forklift operations.
• Occasionally lift varying case weights up to 60 lbs or more.

Skills

Material handling equipment

Safety-focused

Team collaboration

Following SOPs

Education

GED

High School Diploma

Job description

C&S Wholesale Grocers is seeking a Forklift Operator in Westfield, MA to support our warehouse operations. You will transport merchandise, track inventory with handheld devices, and stack and rotate items to ensure accurate, timely orders.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to standard operating procedures. The position is full-time, with a day shift and a strong focus on reliable daily performance in a cold environment.