Material Handler (Forklift Required)

Manpower, Inc.; Bellingham (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Skilled Manufacturing & Distribution is seeking a Material Handler (Forklift Required) to join their team in Bellingham, MA. On the 2nd shift, you will safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment to move raw materials, packaging, and finished product, supporting both warehouse and production flows.

The ideal candidate will have a safety-first mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience operating forklifts or powered industrial trucks (PIT) required; certification preferred.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with warehouse management or ERP systems (SAP experience a plus).
• Knowledge of food safety and GMP requirements preferred.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment to move raw materials, packaging, and finished product.
• Supply production and packaging lines with the materials needed to support continuous operation.
• Load and unload trailers, verifying counts and ensuring proper documentation is completed.
• Perform physical movement and accurate system transactions for all materials, including scanning, labeling, and inventory tracking.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing materials for damage, contamination, or incorrect labeling, and report issues immediately.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety-conscious

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Our client, Skilled Manufacturing & Distribution is seeking a Material Handler (Forklift Required) to join their team. As a Material Handler (Forklift Required), you will be part of the DSD department supporting warehouse and production material flow. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety, attention to detail, and the drive to keep operations moving - so every shift runs smoothly and food-quality standards are met.

Location: Bellingham, MA

Pay Range: $21.50

Shift: 2nd Shift (2:00 pm - 10:30 pm)

What's the Job?

• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment to move raw materials, packaging, and finished product.
• Supply production and packaging lines with the materials needed to support continuous operation.
• Load and unload trailers, verifying counts and ensuring proper documentation is completed.
• Perform physical movement and accurate system transactions for all materials, including scanning, labeling, and inventory tracking.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing materials for damage, contamination, or incorrect labeling, and report issues immediately.

What's Needed?

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience operating forklifts or powered industrial trucks (PIT) required; certification preferred.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with warehouse management or ERP systems (SAP experience a plus).
• Knowledge of food safety and GMP requirements preferred.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

What's in it for me?

• Work in a role that directly supports continuous food manufacturing operations.
• Build strong warehouse and inventory accuracy skills through scanning, labeling, and system transactions.
• Contribute to a clean, safe, and organized work environment by following safety and sanitation standards.
• Partner with Production, Warehouse, and Quality teams to coordinate material flow.
• Grow your impact by supporting cycle counts and inventory audits as required.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)