Warehouse Associate - Picking/Packing

Kelly Services; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Reputable campus

Safety & 5S focus

Technology training

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a Material Handler for our premier manufacturing client in Newington, CT. The role supports material movements, receiving, inventory accuracy, and 5S organization, using equipment like pallet jacks and forklifts. SAP is used for stock transactions, and the team emphasizes safety and efficiency.

The position runs Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, with full-time hours and weekly pay. A high school diploma is required; forklift experience is preferred, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Forklift experience is preferred.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and stand/walk on concrete for long periods.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and clear communication; capable of organizing paperwork.
• Comfortable using computers for inventory/stock transactions; SAP experience preferred.
• Able to work independently and solve problems efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Move materials between buildings on the Newington campus.
• Assist Receiving by unloading trucks and containers; perform quality/quantity checks.
• Manage material flow from receiving to use with various handling equipment (pallet jack, forklift).
• Maintain accurate inventory and store organization; record data in SAP.
• Pull parts from storage and deliver to assembly/production areas.
• Unpack, label and stock parts on storage shelves.
• Maintain 5S organization in storage areas.
• Support other material handling or shipping duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

SAP experience

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

We get it: job searching takes time and attention. At Kelly® , we’re here to make it a whole lot easier for you. We’re seeking a Material Handler to work at a premier manufacturing client in Newington, CT . This opportunity could be the one you’ve been looking for.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $19.00–$20.00/hr | Weekly Pay

Shift: Monday-Friday | 7:00AM–3:30PM | Full-Time

Why you should apply to be a Material Handler:

• Competitive pay with consistent work hours
• Work with a reputable manufacturing leader at a well-organized campus
• Supportive team environment, focused on safety and workplace organization (5S standards)
• Opportunities to learn material handling and shipping/receiving processes using the latest technology

What’s a typical day as a Material Handler? You’ll be:

• Handling all material movements between buildings across the Newington campus
• Supporting the Receiving area by unloading trucks and containers, performing initial quality and quantity checks
• Managing the flow of materials from receiving to final point of use using various handling equipment (pallet jack, forklift, transport carts)
• Accurately maintaining inventory and workplace organization, ensuring data is correct in SAP using a PC or barcode scanner
• Pulling parts from storage and delivering to assembly/production areas
• Unpacking, labeling, and stocking parts on storage shelves
• Implementing and maintaining 5S workplace organization in storage areas
• Working independently and supporting other material handling or shipping duties as assigned

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Have experience operating a forklift (preferred)
• Are able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and stand/walk for extended periods on a concrete floor
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail, clear communication skills, and the ability to organize paperwork effectively
• Are comfortable using computers for inventory and stock transactions (SAP experience preferred)
• Can work independently, recognize and solve problems efficiently

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources.

Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• telemedicine
• term life
• whole life
• accident insurance
• critical illness
• a legal plan
• short-term disability
• retirement savings plan
• service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year)
• transit spending account
• paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan

Get a complete career fit with Kelly ® .

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About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affluent Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.