Forklift Seasonal

Quad; Town of Hartford (WI); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Prescription insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Quad is seeking Seasonal Forklift/Material Handlers for our Hartford, WI plant. The Seasonal Production forklift workers assist in meeting production goals and deadlines during times of increased volume, learning the printing process from the ground up while working with the industry’s most advanced printing equipment in a clean, well-kept environment.

Shifts and dates of assignments may be rotated and may vary by department.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Strong computer skills preferred.
• Prior forklift experience highly preferred, but not required.
• Factory, Manufacturing or related work experience is preferred.
• Printing, Finishing/Bindery or Warehouse experience is preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read, understand and follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Good math skills.
• You will follow a shift: 3 on 4 off or 4 on 3 off; 12 hours shift 7 to 7.

Responsibilities

• Move product/skids with a hand jack, forklift or similar equipment.
• Servicing of press and finishing machines to move product throughout the plant.
• Maintain accurate inventory with onboard PC and RF barcode system.
• Loading and unloading of finished product and materials from trailers.
• Comply with quality, safety and work rules.
• Effectively communicate with team members.
• Follow all clean-up and housekeeping procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

RF barcode system

Job description

As a global marketing experience company, Quad’s goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We’ve built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we’re all driven to perform at our best— for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we’re a company that believes we can always create a better way.

Quad/Graphics is seeking Seasonal Forklift/Material Handlers for our Hartford, WI plant.

The Seasonal Production forklift workers assist in meeting production goals and deadlines during times of increased volume. The position offers the opportunity to learn the printing process from the ground up, while working with the industry’s most advanced printing equipment in a clean, well-kept environment. Our Seasonal opportunity is estimated to run from now until 11/14/2026.

Shifts and dates of assignments may be rotated and may vary by department. Openings include forklift/material handler. Hours are based on production needs; however, hours consist of 12-hour shifts, days, nights, weekends and holiday as needed. Overtime is required as needed.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Move product/skids with a hand jack, motorized Raymond (Big Joe) lift or Forklift (training provided)
• Servicing of press and finishing machines to move product throughout the plant.
• Maintain accurate inventory of product with the use of an onboard PC and RF bar coding system.
• Loading and unloading of finished product and materials from semi-trailers and auto-wrapper using a forklift
• Comply with all quality, safety and work rules and regulations.
• Effectively communicate with team members
• Follow all clean-up and housekeeping procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18-years of age or older.
• Strong computer skills preferred.
• Prior forklift experience highly preferred, but not required.
• Factory, Manufacturing or other work experience where mechanical or handwork was necessary is preferred, such as laborer, machinist, assembly, bindery, mechanic, warehouse etc.
• Printing, Finishing (Bindery) or Warehouse experience is preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read, understand and follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Good math skills
• The ability to use repetitive hand/wrist movement.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize job need.
• Ability to be a team player in a fast paced, detail orientated production environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• You will be asked to follow a shift: (3 on 4 off, 4 on 3 off) will be both days and nights throughout the year, we will explain this during interview process. 12 hours shift 7 to 7.

We offer comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement savings, paid time off, holidays and additional benefits.

Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging — a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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