forklift operator.farmingdale, new yorkposted september 21, 2026 job detailssummary$18 - $19.82 per hourtemp to permno requirementscategoryproduction occupations reference AB_5070545 job details The Forklift Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating industrial trucks to load, unload, move, stack, and stage materials throughout the facility. This role involves maintaining accurate inventory, ensuring compliance with OSHA and company safety protocols, and supporting daily warehouse production goals.

Key Responsibilities Material Handling:

Load and unload incoming/outgoing shipments from trucks, trailers, and shipping containers using powered industrial trucks (e.g., sit-down, stand-up, reach trucks, or order pickers).

Inventory Control:

Transport goods from storage racks to production areas, loading docks, or packing stations. Scan barcodes and update inventory management systems (WMS) to track material movements.

Equipment Inspection:

Perform daily pre-operational vehicle inspections (checking fluid levels, battery/fuel status, brakes, controls, and tire condition) and log maintenance issues promptly.

Safety & Maintenance:

Comply strictly with company safety rules and OSHA standards. Keep aisles, loading bays, and staging areas clear of debris and hazard-free.

Order Fulfillment:

Locate, retrieve, and stack products according to picking sheets or digital scanner instructions to ensure fast and accurate order fulfillment.

salary:

$18 - $19.82 per hourshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 4

PMeducation:

No Degree RequiredResponsibilities Material Handling:

Load and unload incoming/outgoing shipments from trucks, trailers, and shipping containers using powered industrial trucks (e.g., sit-down, stand-up, reach trucks, or order pickers).

Inventory Control:

Transport goods from storage racks to production areas, loading docks, or packing stations. Scan barcodes and update inventory management systems (WMS) to track material movements.

Equipment Inspection:

Perform daily pre-operational vehicle inspections (checking fluid levels, battery/fuel status, brakes, controls, and tire condition) and log maintenance issues promptly.

Safety & Maintenance:

Comply strictly with company safety rules and OSHA standards. Keep aisles, loading bays, and staging areas clear of debris and hazard-free.

Order Fulfillment:

Locate, retrieve, and stack products according to picking sheets or digital scanner instructions to ensure fast and accurate order fulfillment. The essential functions of this role include:working in a smoke free environmentworking in a non-temperature controlled environmentSkillsStand Up ForkliftsSit Down ForkliftsMaterial HandlingLiftingQualificationsYears of experience: 1 yearExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.