Warehouse Associate / Forklift Trainee

Temp-to-Perm Opportunity | Stratford, CT

Pay: Starting at $18.00/hour, with the opportunity to increase to $25.00/hour after obtaining Forklift and Hazmat certifications.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Overtime: Available for those who want additional hours.

A Great Opportunity to Grow!

Are you looking for a warehouse opportunity where you can develop new skills, earn valuable certifications, and increase your earning potential?

We are looking for a dependable and motivated Warehouse Associate to join our team in Bridgeport, CT. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity for someone interested in building a long-term future with the company.

Employees start at $18.00 per hour. Once both Forklift and Hazmat certifications are obtained, pay increases to $25.00 per hour!

Already have your forklift certification? You may qualify to start at $21.50 per hour, pending a successful forklift skills test.

Job Responsibilities

• Unload incoming shipments and inspect materials for damage.

• Verify shipment quantities against packing slips and enter items into the inventory system.

• Move and organize materials in designated shelves, bins, and pallet racks.

• Pick, pack, label, and stage customer orders for outbound delivery.

• Safely operate material-handling equipment, including pallet jacks, hand trucks, and forklifts (when certified).

• Assist with inventory counts and report any discrepancies to management.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.

• Follow all warehouse safety procedures and company guidelines.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or material-handling experience preferred.

• Forklift experience or certification is a plus.

• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle warehouse materials.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Dependable, punctual, and safety-conscious.

• Willingness to obtain Forklift and Hazmat certifications.

What's in It for You?

• Monday–Friday schedule, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.

• Overtime opportunities available.

• Temp-to-perm opportunity with the potential to become a permanent employee.

• Starting pay of $18.00 per hour.

• Opportunity to earn $25.00 per hour after obtaining both Forklift and Hazmat certifications.

• Potential higher starting pay for candidates who already have forklift certification and pass the required skills test.

• Opportunity to learn new skills and build a long-term career.

Ready for your next opportunity? Apply today! We look forward to hearing from you!

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.