Forklift Operator & General Laborer – Shipping

G.Z.Q.S.O.; City of Troy (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

G.Z.Q.S.O. in Troy, NY is seeking a warehouse associate to receive incoming materials, prepare outgoing shipments, and maintain organized inventory and shipping supplies.

You will work closely with production to stage materials and deliver parts to workstations, ensuring accuracy in counts and documentation. Responsibilities include operating Hi‑Lo forklift, performing packing and finishing operations on in-house tools and parts, and upholding safety procedures and quality standards on a daily

Qualifications

• Hi‑Lo forklift driving experience; certification preferred; company can train.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Basic computer skills for shipping software, labels, and inventory entry.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Manufacturing shop setting with daily interaction with production, tooling, and quality teams.
• Standing, walking, bending, and material handling throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming materials, tools, and components; verify counts, inspect for damage, and complete receiving documentation.
• Prepare outgoing shipments, including labeling, packaging, and generating required paperwork.
• Operate a Hi‑Lo forklift to move materials, tooling, and finished parts throughout the facility.
• Perform packing and finishing operations on tools and parts manufactured in-house (cleaning, deburring, protective wrapping, final inspection, etc.).
• Maintain organized storage areas, inventory locations, and shipping supplies.
• Assist production by staging materials and delivering parts to workstations as needed.
• Complete daily logs, shipping records, and inventory updates with accuracy.
• Follow all safety procedures, equipment guidelines, and quality standards.
• Support general shop tasks as required to keep workflow moving.

Skills

Hi-Lo forklift operation

Lift up to 50 lbs

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Shipping software

Job description

G.Z.Q.S.O. in Troy, NY is seeking a warehouse associate to receive incoming materials, prepare outgoing shipments, and maintain organized inventory and shipping supplies.

You will work closely with production to stage materials and deliver parts to workstations, ensuring accuracy in counts and documentation. Responsibilities include operating Hi‑Lo forklift, performing packing and finishing operations on in-house tools and parts, and upholding safety procedures and quality standards on a daily