Forklift/Pallet Jack Operator

Randstad USA; Village of Islandia (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

AD&D insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking a reliable Forklift / Pallet Jack Operator to join our warehouse team in a first-shift role. The position offers a salary of $42,000–$48,000 per year, with work hours from 8 AM to 4 PM in a smoke-free environment.

Responsibilities include operating sit-down and stand-up forklifts, loading/unloading freight, inventory control, and maintaining safety and organization. Eligible for a comprehensive benefits package and 401K plan.

Qualifications

• 1 year of forklift/pallet jack experience required.
• Entry level positions considered.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation: Safely operate sit-down forklifts, stand-up reach trucks, and pallet jacks to move, stack, and stage materials throughout the warehouse.
• Loading & Unloading: Unload incoming freight trailers and load outbound shipments accurately and efficiently.
• Inventory Control: Assist with order picking, staging products, palletizing, wrapping, and cross-checking shipping documents/manifests.
• Safety & Maintenance: Conduct daily safety checks on equipment prior to use and follow OSHA guidelines and company safety protocols.
• Warehouse Upkeep: Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.

Skills

Pallet Jack Operation

Sit Down Forklifts

Stand Up Forklifts

Pulling

Pushing

Education

High School

Job description

We are currently seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Forklift / Pallet Jack Operator to join our warehouse team. If you have experience, even if it is a few months, we encourage you to apply.

Salary: $42,000 - $48,000 per year

Shift: First

Work hours: 8 AM - 4 PM

Education: High School

Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation: Safely operate sit-down forklifts, stand-up reach trucks, and electric/manual pallet jacks to move, stack, and stage materials throughout the warehouse.
• Loading & Unloading: Unload incoming freight trailers and load outbound shipments accurately and efficiently.
• Inventory Control: Assist with order picking, staging products, palletizing, wrapping, and cross-checking shipping documents/manifests.
• Safety & Maintenance: Conduct daily safety checks on equipment prior to use and strictly follow OSHA guidelines and company safety protocols.
• Warehouse Upkeep: Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard‑free work area

Essential Functions

• working in a smoke free environment
• wearing steel toe shoes

Skills

• Pallet Jack Operation
• Sit Down Forklifts
• Stand Up Forklifts
• Pulling
• Pushing

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 1 year
• Experience level: Entry Level

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short‑term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Experience

• Entry Level
• 1 year

Education

• High School