Day Shift Fork Lift Driver (Material Handler)

Quad in Hartford is seeking full-time Warehouse Material Handlers (Forklift Drivers) to grow with us! Candidates hired into this role will be responsible for inventory control on the production floor, ensuring that materials are brought efficiently and accurately to machines to keep production downtime to a minimum.    Candidates who have 2 or more years of experience in warehousing or shipping, with 75% or more of time spent on a forklift, are highly desirable.   Starting wages are $18.00-$19.00 / hr.  based on relevant work experience and stability with work history, between 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:  

• Move product/skids with a hand jack, motorized Raymond (Big Joe) lift, or Forklift (training provided)
• Servicing of press and finishing machines to move product throughout the plant
• Maintain an accurate inventory of products with the use of an onboard PC and RF bar coding system
• Loading and unloading of finished products and materials from semi-trailers and auto-wrappers using a forklift
• Comply with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations
• Effectively communicate with team members
• Follow all clean-up and housekeeping procedures 

Qualifications:  

The successful candidate will have or be able to do the following:  

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Strong computer skills preferred.
• Prior forklift experience where 75% or more of your day is spent on a forklift.
• Factory, Manufacturing. Warehousing, Shipping, or other work experience where mechanical or handwork was necessary, such as laborer, machinist, assembly, bindery, mechanic, or warehouse work, is preferred. 
• Printing, Finishing (Bindery), or Warehouse experience is preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Good math skills.
• The ability to use repetitive hand/wrist movement.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize job needs.
• Ability to be a team player in a fast-paced, detail-oriented production environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently. 
• 12-hour Compressed work schedule.  These shifts don’t rotate.   (7 a.m. - 7 p.m.) including days, weekends, and holidays.  Imagine having 4 days off every other week to pursue hobbies, relax, or spend time with your family!  Our 12-hour 3/4, or 4/3 schedule offers you this balance, allowing you to work just 182 days a year while maintaining a full-time status. 

Additional Information

The actual rate of pay offered will vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift, and location. In addition to the base salary, the total compensation package may also include overtime and shift differentials, depending on the role. Quad offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, annual discretionary match to 401(k) based on company performance, life insurance, and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus childbirth short-term disability insurance, paid parental leave, adoption & surrogacy benefits, pet insurance, and more!

If you're ready to take the next step in your career with Quad, apply today and become part of a team that values growth, innovation, and your potential to excel.