Job Description

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Duration: 12+ months with Possible Extension/Conversion

Location: Canaan, CT, 06018

Pay Rate: $23/hour on W2

Shift Options:

• **Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM **
• **Night Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM + 10% Shift Differential (+$2.30/hr)

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**Schedule:

The schedule follows an alternating work pattern of Mon/Tue/Fri/Sat/Sun/Wed/Fri. The employee will be assigned either the day shift or night shift based on shift availability, and the shift hours will remain the same throughout the scheduled two-week period. The employee will not rotate between day and night shifts during the same two-week period.**

Job Summary

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe, accurate movement of products within the distribution center.

Job Responsibilities

Primary Duties, Roles, and/or Authorities

• Transport palletized product within the distribution center (unload, put away double deep, bulk and full pallet pick, load, replenishment).
• Operate material handling equipment, including high reach, counterbalance, electric pallet jack, and dock stocker.
• Use RF Scanner and WMS to ensure inventory accuracy and track products throughout the site.
• Ensure product integrity while performing all tasks.
• Follow site safety procedures, including required PPE (safety vest, safety shoes).
• Cross train and become knowledgeable in other areas. Provide backup support when required.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED, preferred.
• 1 year of relevant experience, required in lieu of High School Diploma or GED.
• Intermediate experience with either a high reach or counterbalance required.
• Experience with Manhattan WMS, preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to obtain a forklift certification within 2 days of employment.
• Ability to read and interpret distribution documents in English.
• Ability to operate MHE and use an RF scanner.
• Basic analytical, organizational and prioritization skills.
• General distribution knowledge.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong initiative and drive for results.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable