Material Handler (Forklift Certified)

RightStone; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

RightStone is seeking a dependable warehouse associate for daytime, weekday hours. You will load/unload materials, operate sit-down forklifts and other equipment, and pick/pack/ship orders according to instructions.

You must have forklift certification, be able to lift up to 75 pounds, and work full-time in a safe, fast-paced warehouse environment. PPE and safety protocols apply; overtime possible with manager approval.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification and sit-down forklift experience.
• Able to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand and move throughout the warehouse in varying temperatures.
• Basic math, reading labels and following written and verbal instructions.
• Full-time, 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and move materials safely throughout the warehouse or worksite.
• Operate material-handling equipment, including sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, reach trucks, and hand trucks.
• Pick, pack, and ship orders accurately according to customer requests and work instructions.
• Issue materials and supplies while checking labels, tickets, and product documentation.
• Maintain a clean and safe warehouse while following all safety procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Reading labels

Basic math

Tools

Sit-down forklift

Pallet jacks

Reach trucks

Hand trucks

Job description

Looking for a steady weekday warehouse opportunity? Join a fast-paced team where you ll handle materials, operate a sit-down forklift, and help keep orders moving safely and efficiently. This position offers consistent daytime hours, potential overtime, and possible temp-to-hire opportunities based on performance and business needs.

Schedule

• Monday Friday, 6: 30 AM 3: 30 PM


• Overtime: Possible with manager approval


• PPE/Dress Code: Steel-toe boots required;pants or shorts with belt loops and a T-shirt or polo shirt.

What You ll Do:

• Load, unload, and move materials safely throughout the warehouse or worksite.


• Operate material-handling equipment, including sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, reach trucks, and hand trucks.


• Pick, pack, and ship orders accurately according to customer requests and work instructions.


• Issue materials and supplies while checking labels, tickets, and product documentation.


• Maintain a clean and safe warehouse while following all safety procedures.

What We're Looking For:

• Forklift certification and experience operating a sit-down forklift required.


• Ability to lift, push, carry, and move packages weighing up to 75 pounds.


• Comfortable standing and moving throughout the warehouse in varying temperatures.


• Basic math skills and ability to read labels and follow written and verbal instructions.


• Strong attention to detail, time management, and a positive work attitude.


• Ability to work full-time, 40 hours per week.

RightStone is a strategic partner that works with our clients to place the highest caliber of talent for a wide range of industries and skill sets. For over 23 years RightStone has assisted organizations in attracting, recruiting, and placing qualified candidates quickly for contract, contract to hire, and direct hire opportunities. The right candidates are the most critical aspect of who RightStone is.

RightStone is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

RightStone is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors, coworkers, independent contractors and other third parties.