Forklift Operator

Bay Shore, NY
Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable Forklift Operator to join our warehouse team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating material handling equipment to move, stack, and stage products throughout our facility. The ideal candidate prioritizes safety, works efficiently in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in accurate order handling.

Key Responsibilities

  • Equipment Operation: Safely operate sit-down, stand-up, or reach forklifts to move, stack, and retrieve heavy materials across the facility.

  • Loading & Unloading: Load and unload inbound/outbound freight trucks, verifying cargo against shipping orders and packing lists.

  • Safety Inspections: Perform daily pre-shift inspections on equipment (brakes, hydraulics, fluid levels) and report any maintenance issues immediately.

  • Inventory Staging: Transport raw materials to production lines and place finished goods into designated warehouse rack locations.

  • Workplace Safety: Adhere strictly to OSHA standards, speed limits, load limits, and pedestrian right-of-way rules to maintain a safe environment.

  • Active Forklift Certification (preferred or ability to pass on-site certification).

  • 1+ years of experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or manufacturing setting.

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a active warehouse environment.

salary: $38,000 - $45,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 4 PM
education: No Degree Required

Responsibilities

  • Equipment Operation: Safely operate sit-down, stand-up, or reach forklifts to move, stack, and retrieve heavy materials across the facility.

  • Loading & Unloading: Load and unload inbound/outbound freight trucks, verifying cargo against shipping orders and packing lists.

  • Safety Inspections: Perform daily pre-shift inspections on equipment (brakes, hydraulics, fluid levels) and report any maintenance issues immediately.

  • Inventory Staging: Transport raw materials to production lines and place finished goods into designated warehouse rack locations.

  • Workplace Safety: Adhere strictly to OSHA standards, speed limits, load limits, and pedestrian right-of-way rules to maintain a safe environment.

The essential functions of this role include:
  • wearing steel toe shoes
  • manual lifting up to 35lbs
Skills
  • Stand Up Forklifts
  • Sit Down Forklifts
  • Material Handling
  • Lifting
Qualifications
  • Years of experience: 1 year
  • Experience level: Entry Level
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Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].

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.

Posted 2026-08-20

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