Material Handler / Forklift Operator

Royal Apparel; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Paid time off

Retirement and Profit sharing

Job summary

Royal Apparel in Hauppauge, NY is seeking dependable Material Handlers and Forklift Operators to join our warehouse team. The role covers multiple tasks—loading/unloading, sorting, packing, and operating pallet jacks and forklifts—with a safety-focused, efficient approach.

Candidates with sit-down and stand-up lift experience are encouraged to apply. Full-time and part-time positions available, offering competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or material handling experience preferred.
• Forklift experience strongly preferred, especially sit-down and stand-up lifts.
• Experience operating electric and manual pallet jacks.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently.
• Receive, sort, and organize incoming merchandise and materials.
• Pick, pack, repack, and prepare orders for shipment.
• Put away inventory and maintain accurate locations.
• Operate pallet jacks and forklifts to move materials.
• Support shipping, receiving, and general warehouse tasks.
• Verify quantities and order accuracy; maintain a clean, safe environment.

Skills

Forklift experience

Sit-down forklifts

Stand-up lifts/reach trucks

Material handling

Loading/unloading

Pallet jacks operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Tools

Electric pallet jacks

Manual pallet jacks

Job description

Description

Job Summary

We are seeking dependable, motivated, and experienced Material Handlers / Forklift Operators to join our warehouse team in Hauppauge, NY. We are looking for hands-on warehouse professionals who can work across multiple areas of our operation, handle materials safely and efficiently, and help keep daily warehouse activities running smoothly.

The ideal candidate has experience loading and unloading trucks, picking and putting away inventory, sorting and repacking orders, and operating material handling equipment. Candidates with experience operating both sit-down forklifts and stand-up lifts/reach trucks are strongly encouraged to apply. We are looking for individuals who can contribute immediately, work independently when needed, and maintain a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload incoming and outgoing trucks safely and efficiently.
• Receive, sort, separate, and organize incoming merchandise and materials.
• Pick, pack, repack, and prepare orders for shipment.
• Put away inventory and maintain accurate product locations.
• Operate manual pallet jacks and electric pallet jacks to move materials throughout the warehouse.
• Operate sit-down forklifts and stand-up lifts/reach trucks to move, stage, and store inventory, as qualified.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, order fulfillment, and general warehouse operations.
• Verify product quantities, labels, and order accuracy.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment.
• Perform other warehouse duties as needed to support daily operations.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive starting pay with opportunities for higher compensation based on experience.
• Excellent company benefits, Paid time off, Medical, Dental and Vision plans, retirement and Profit sharing programs.
• A varied, hands-on role across multiple warehouse functions.
• An opportunity to put your warehouse and equipment operating skills to work.
• A team-oriented environment that values reliability, safety, and productivity.

Full Time and Part Time positions available.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or material handling experience preferred.
• Forklift experience strongly preferred, particularly with sit-down forklifts and stand-up lifts/reach trucks.
• Experience operating electric pallet jacks and manual pallet jacks.
• Ability to safely load, unload, move, and organize merchandise and materials.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment and handle physical job requirements, including lifting, standing, walking, and moving materials throughout the shift.
• Commitment to workplace safety and proper equipment operation.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull materials as required for warehouse operations.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and move materials throughout the work shift.