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Forklift Operator Material Handler 1st shift & 2nd shift


Job Location:

Northbridge, MA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 18 - 22
Posted: 3 September 2026 (15 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 1 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Full-time
Description

1st shift (6:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.)

2nd shift (3:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m.)

Riverdale Mills Corporation is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator / Material Handler to support our manufacturing operation in Northbridge Massachusetts.


This position is responsible for safely and efficiently moving raw materials work in process finished goods and other materials throughout our approximately 400000-square-foot manufacturing facility. This is an active industrial material handling position in a large manufacturing environment.


We are looking for dependable candidates who are experienced operating lift trucks comfortable working around production equipment and able to keep materials moving efficiently throughout the plant.


Responsibilities

  • Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
  • Move raw materials work in process finished goods pallets coils and other materials throughout the manufacturing facility.
  • Deliver materials to production areas as required.
  • Remove completed product from production areas and move it to designated storage or staging locations.
  • Load unload stage and relocate materials as needed.
  • Support production by ensuring machines and work areas have the materials required to operate efficiently.
  • Organize and maintain material storage and staging areas.
  • Verify material identification and quantities before moving or staging product.
  • Assist with inventory movement and material location accuracy.
  • Inspect lift trucks before operation and report mechanical or safety concerns.
  • Operate equipment safely around employees machinery racks doorways and other plant traffic.
  • Follow established plant safety procedures and material handling practices.
  • Maintain clean and orderly work and storage areas.
  • Assist with other general material handling duties as required.

Candidates We Would Like to Hear From

We encourage applicants with experience in:

  • Forklift operation
  • Industrial material handling
  • Manufacturing
  • Warehouse operations
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Production support
  • Raw material movement
  • Finished goods handling
  • Inventory movement
  • Industrial or manufacturing environments

Experience working in a manufacturing plant is preferred but candidates with strong forklift and material handling experience in warehouse distribution construction supply steel metalworking or other industrial environments are also encouraged to apply.


Requirements
  • Previous forklift operating experience strongly preferred.
  • Previous material handling warehouse or manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Ability to safely operate a forklift in an active industrial environment.
  • Good awareness of surroundings and pedestrian safety.
  • Ability to accurately identify move and stage materials.
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Dependable attendance and punctuality.
  • Ability to work effectively with production shipping warehouse and supervisory personnel.
  • Commitment to workplace safety.

Ability to work in a large manufacturing facility and remain active throughout the shift.

Candidates should be comfortable working in a busy manufacturing environment where materials must be moved safely and efficiently between production storage and shipping areas.


Benefits

We offer a competitive & market salary and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance dental vision life insurance STD LTD 401(k) profit sharing. Riverdale Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin genetics disability age veteran status or any other characteristic


About Riverdale Mills

Riverdale Mills Corporation is a U.S. manufacturer of welded wire mesh products used in marine security construction agriculture and other industrial applications. Our Northbridge manufacturing facility encompasses approximately 400000 square feet and includes automated production equipment material storage manufacturing operations and shipping activities. We are looking for dependable employees who take pride in working safely keeping materials organized and supporting an efficient manufacturing operation.


Riverdale Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin genetics disability age veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary Description
$18.45 - $22.00 depending upon experience

Required Experience:

IC


About Company

Riverdale Mills is a leading American manufacturer of premium quality engineered welded wire mesh products. Check them out and request a quote today.

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