Material Equipment Operator

Job Description:

Now hiring for a Material Equipment Operator

Location: Dayville, CT

Pay Rate: $19.75 per hour

Schedule: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM | Monday - Friday

Don't Just Clock In. Crank It Up.

Looking for Material Equipment Operator jobs in Dayville where your equipment skills keep warehouse operations moving? This opportunity lets you safely transport materials, support inventory movement, and help maintain efficient warehouse and distribution operations.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role, please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Material Handler Operator career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Job Duties

• Operate material handling equipment to move product throughout the warehouse
• Receive and check-in inbound shipments, tagging and organizing inventory
• Perform unloading, put-away, and overstock placement of products
• Replenish pick locations by opening cases and stocking primary bins
• Process returned merchandise, verifying quantities and identifying discrepancies
• Organize and prepare orders for picking in an efficient manner
• Pick full-case and break-pack orders, stack, label, and stage products for shipment
• Inspect warehouse equipment and complete safety checks prior to use
• Follow all warehouse safety procedures and guidelines
• Maintain a clean workspace by stacking pallets, sweeping, and removing trash
• Collaborate with team members to support daily operations and productivity goals

Experience Requirements

• 3+ months of warehouse experience or equivalent training
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or cherry pickers preferred
• Ability to become certified on warehouse equipment
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
• Use of RF scanners and computers for inventory tracking
• Ability to read and follow verbal or headset instructions

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 66 pounds
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, and crouching
• Work at heights up to 30+ feet when required

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Warehouse Environment with opportunities for advancement and continued equipment training.

Real People. Real Support.

"The supervisors are such great people - very friendly and attentive." -Jesus, Staffmark Associate

What You Will Do

As a Material Equipment Operator you will safely operate forklifts to load, unload, transport, stack, and organize materials throughout warehouse and manufacturing operations. You will inspect equipment before use, replenish inventory locations, support shipping and receiving activities, verify product movement, maintain inventory accuracy, and help ensure safe, efficient material handling throughout the facility.

The Material Equipment Operator helps warehouses operate efficiently through safe forklift operation, organized inventory movement, and dependable material handling. This role requires strong work habits, equipment awareness, and commitment to workplace safety.

Successful Material Equipment Operator professionals understand material handling procedures, warehouse layouts, and inventory accuracy while supporting production, shipping, and receiving activities. Reliable performance contributes directly to operational excellence.

This career offers meaningful opportunities for individuals who enjoy warehouse equipment and logistics.

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at https://smgroupna.com/privacy-notice-for-candidates-and-employees-contractors. By applying, you consent to receive AI-generated and non-AI-generated calls, texts, or emails from Staffmark Group, its affiliates, and partners. Frequency varies and message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel or HELP for help.

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.