Loading Forklift Operator

Novo Distribution Llc; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision insurance

PTO and parental leave

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Novo Building Products in Amherst, NH is hiring a dependable Forklift Operator to load and unload heavy products, move items around the warehouse, and verify inventory using RF scanners. The role requires experience with forklifts up to 6,500 lbs and strong safety awareness.

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, with opportunities for overtime and career growth in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts up to 6,500 lbs.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety practices and PPE requirements.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload heavy products onto flatbed trailers.
• Safely operate forklifts to move materials around the warehouse.
• Use RF scanners to verify inventory and location accuracy.
• Keep work area clean, organized and safe.
• Support team objectives and report safety concerns.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanners

Job description

a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb;}tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;}tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5;}Shift: 10am - 6:30pm Location: Amherst, NHMove Big Loads. Join a Great Team. Build Your Future.a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb;}tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;}tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5;}Are you a skilled forklift operator who thrives in a fast-paced warehouse environment? Do you have experience handling heavy, oversized loads and loading flatbed trailers safely and efficiently? If so, Novo Building Products wants you on our team.We're looking for dependable, safety-focused professionals who take pride in their work and want to be part of a company that values teamwork, growth, and performance.What You'll DoAs a Forklift Operator, you'll play a critical role in keeping our operation moving by:Loading and unloading heavy products onto flatbed trailersSafely operating forklifts to transport materials throughout the warehouseUsing RF scanners to accurately move and verify inventoryEnsuring products are placed in the correct locations and properly labeledMaintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environmentProactively identifying product, inventory, or safety concernsSupporting warehouse operations and team objectives as neededa { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb;}tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;}tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5;}What Makes You a Great Fit?We're looking for candidates who:Have experience operating forklifts rated up to 6,500 lbs.Can safely handle large, heavy, and awkward loadsUnderstand warehouse safety practices and PPE requirementsHave strong attention to detail and teamwork skillsCan read and follow work instructionsAre dependable and willing to work overtime when neededAre at least 18 years oldBonus Points If You Have:Distribution, warehouse, or manufacturing experienceExperience transporting products weighing 2,500+ lbs.Experience handling loads up to 18 feet longOne or more years of forklift operating experienceHigh School Diploma or GEDWhy Join Novo Building Products?At Novo, you're more than an employee. You're part of an industry-leading organization that helps build beautiful homes and spaces across North America.We Offer:Competitive PayMedical, dental, and vision insuranceShort-term, long-term disability & life insurance coverageEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Paid Time Off (PTO)Parental Leave401(k) with company matchClean and organized work environmentCareer growth opportunitiesSupportive team cultureWe believe in investing in our people and creating opportunities for team members to learn, grow, and succeed.About Novo Building ProductsNovo Building Products is a leading manufacturer and distributor of stair parts, mouldings, doors, specialty millwork, and board products. Based in Zeeland, Michigan, Novo operates respected brands including Ornamental Decorative Millwork, L.J. Smith Stair Systems, and Novo Direct.We're passionate about building great products, supporting our communities, and creating opportunities for our employees to succeed.Ready to Drive Your Career Forward?Join a company that rewards hard work, promotes growth, and puts safety first.Apply today at: www.novobp.com/careersNovo Building Products/ADENTRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees and applicants. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment background checks and drug testing, where permitted by law.#NovoEG #ForkliftOperator #WarehouseJobs #ManufacturingJobs #NowHiring #AmherstNH #LogisticsCareers #HiringNow