Warehouse Forklift Operator Day Shift

C&S Wholesale Grocers; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Weekly pay

Benefits available from day 1 (medical

Dental

Vision

Company matched 401k

PTO and Holiday Pay

Safety shoe allowance

Career progression opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Employee health & wellness program

Employee discounts / purchasing

Employee assistance program

Job summary

C&S Wholesale Grocers is seeking a Forklift Operator in Westfield, MA to support our warehouse operations. You will transport merchandise, track inventory with handheld devices, and stack and rotate items to ensure accurate, timely orders.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to standard operating procedures. The position is full-time, with a day shift and a strong focus on reliable daily performance in a cold environment.

Qualifications

• One or more years of experience operating material handling equipment.
• Strong sense of safety and ability to follow standard safety procedures.
• Team-oriented outlook with a passion for helping others.
• Desire to work with a team to support causes that positively impact our communities.
• Ability and willingness to follow material handling equipment safe operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to transport merchandise to designated locations in the warehouse.
• Accurately track inventory using handheld computer and other required technology.
• Stack and rotate merchandise by hand or using equipment.
• Replenish pick slots and production lines to ensure timely fulfillment.
• Stage finished product in designated storage areas.
• Load and unload merchandise from trailers.
• Follow all safety protocols for forklift operations.
• Occasionally lift varying case weights up to 60 lbs or more.

Skills

Material handling equipment

Safety-focused

Team collaboration

Following SOPs

Education

GED

High School Diploma

Job description

Position Overview

Keep our communities fed. Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices — every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors and communities. Forklift Operators help support this mission by replenishing product levels to ensure items can be easily accessed in the warehouse. These jobs are an important part of our team and help sustain our safe and efficient daily operation.

Responsibilities

• Operating a forklift to transport merchandise to designated locations in the warehouse
• Accurately tracking inventory utilizing a handheld computer and other necessary technology
• Stacking and rotating merchandise, either by hand or using material handling equipment
• Replenishing pick slots and production lines to ensure timely fulfillment of customer orders
• Staging finished product in designated storage areas
• Loading and unloading merchandise from trailers
• Following all safety protocols and procedures set for a forklift operator in the warehouse
• Occasional safe lifting of varying case weight, shape, and height levels
• Continually Standing, bending, pulling, lifting, pivoting up to 90% of shift Frequently lifting of product weighing between 1 - 60 lbs. or more Frequent lifting of product ranging from floor to overhead Possibility of working on multiple levels of varying height Safe handling of sharp objects including box cutting tools

Pay and Hours

Earn $25.00 per hour + $2.00 Freezer pay ($27.00 per hour) Full Time, Day Shift 4-5 Days a week Sundays Required 10-12 hour shifts

Location

61 Medeiros Way, Westfield MA 01085

Benefits

• Paid training provided
• Weekly Pay
• Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, company matched 401k)
• PTO and Holiday Pay offered
• In certain locations C&S offers $100 towards the purchase of safety shoes
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Health & Wellness program
• Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Work Environment

Your work environment may include: Frozen – about -20° - 0°

Qualifications

General Equivalency Diploma - General Studies, High School Diploma - General Studies

Shift 1st Shift (United States of America)

• One or more years of experience operating material handling equipment
• Strong sense of safety and ability to follow standard safety procedures
• Team-oriented outlook with a passion for helping others
• Desire to work with a team to support causes that positively impact our communities
• Ability and willingness to follow material handling equipment safe operating procedures

Company

About Our Company C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.

Equal Opportunity

C&S Wholesale Grocers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class.

The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Fine Print

This Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This job advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. This position may be with any affiliate of C&S Wholesale Grocers. Hiring immediately.