Forklift Operator & Inventory Specialist (Contract-to-Hire)

The Hire Source; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (On

Health Reimbursement Arrangement & FSA

401(k) & Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Paid Vacation & 10 Paid Holidays

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

The Hire Source in Waterbury, CT is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler on a contract-to-hire basis. The role involves forklift operations, loading and unloading trucks, and inventory tasks to support warehouse efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have forklift experience, certification, and the ability to lift 40–50 lbs, with reliable attendance and good communication to ensure smooth daily operations.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts and certification.
• Ability to read and identify products from packing lists.
• Experience in shipping/receiving or warehouse work.
• Able to lift 40–50 lbs.
• Good communication and reliable attendance.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.

Responsibilities

• Load trucks for customer shipments
• Unload trucks upon supplier deliveries
• Pack parts returned from cleaning per procedures
• Inventory cycle counting
• Perform basic system transactions per procedures
• Maintain a clean work area

Skills

Forklift operation

Packing list reading

Forklift certification

Shipping/Receiving

Heavy lifting

Communication

Attendance

Reliable transportation

Job description

The Hire Source in Waterbury, CT is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler on a contract-to-hire basis. The role involves forklift operations, loading and unloading trucks, and inventory tasks to support warehouse efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have forklift experience, certification, and the ability to lift 40–50 lbs, with reliable attendance and good communication to ensure smooth daily operations.