Forklift Operator (Day & Night Shifts)

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401 Acorn Street, Wyandanch, NY 11798 Until 8/21/2026 First posted May 12, 2026 Last posted May 12, 2026
Job description

What’s Our Vision and Purpose?

At Manhattan Beer and Beverage Distributors, our vision is to be the leading beer distributor in the market.

Imagine building a business from the ground up, with nothing more than 1 truck, 4000 feet of warehouse space, 2 Beer Brands and a lot of determination! Simon Bergson, founder and owner of Manhattan Beer and Beverage Distributors, has done exactly this, growing our business over the last 40 years to exponential heights. Manhattan Beer and Beverage Distributors now has 1.5 million feet of warehouse space, the distribution rights to 300 brands, 400 trucks and services 15 counties. Our aim is to provide great service to all of our customers from the convenience store owner to our big chain operators, restaurants, bars and hotels.

Hard work, grit and a “can do” spirit are our hallmarks.

Come Join Our Family…..

We couldn’t do what we do without our team. Not only do we want to develop our brands and our business, we want to develop our people, making Manhattan Beer and Beverage Distributors a great place to work. It doesn’t matter how large we get, we’ll always be family. For this reason, we are committed to your success, coaching and development.

Our business is growing, and we need smart and talented people like you to help us get where we want to be!

Opportunity Awaits!

Your Main Focus:            

  • Forklift Operators load, unload, move, and rotate all products while safely operating and maintaining a powered industrial lift truck (forklift) or other material handling equipment.   
  • Skillfully operate a forklift in a warehouse environment to rotate and stack products
  • Maintain all personal safety equipment
  • Adhere to all company policies and procedures concerning “safety” in the workplace
  • Help maintain the physical condition of the warehouse with a real sense of urgency, planning and implementing; inspecting equipment to optimize safety conditions
  • Maintain an open line of communication with supervisors, ensuring appropriate production levels are attained according to company standards
  • Proficiently review processes and propose more efficient methods for completing assigned tasks
  • Comfortably utilize warehouse technology, including management systems, software, and hardware (training provided)

Position Requirements: 

  • Forklift certified (on-site training available)
  • Technologically Savvy
  • Capable of lifting 50 lbs to shoulder height
  • Capable of lifting a 165 lb barrel off the floor
  • Must be 21 years of age
  • Minimum high school graduate or GED equivalent

Available Shifts :

  • Night Forklift Driver - 5:30 PM Start - Sunday -Thursday
  • Day Forklift Driver - 
    • 11:00 AM Start - M-F
    • 9:30 AM Start - M-F

Hourly Salary: $16.00-$18.00

About this role

Summary

Operate forklift and maintain warehouse safety, efficiency, and communication in a distribution center.

Job title

Forklift Operator (Day & Night Shifts)

Experience level

high school diploma or GED

Industry

distributions

Location requirements

onsite in wyandanch, ny, no remote work allowed

Salary

Hourly Salary: $16.00-$18.00

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

forklift certificationlifting up to 50 lbslifting 165 lb barrelstechnologically savvywarehouse safety

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

forklift operationsafetywarehouse technologymaterial handlingcertification
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site