What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Material Handler/Forklift Operator - Auburn, ME position at Lynch Group?
Date Posted: September 22, 2026
Closing Date: December 1, 2026
Pay: $19-21 per hour
The Warehouse Material Handler assists with receiving, storage, organization and distribution of all customer products.
In addition to meeting the responsibilities and requirements for this position, we are seeking the right fit for our team. We expect the candidate for this key leadership role to enthusiastically exemplify and uphold our Core Values (‘DRIVE’):
Dependable We show up and deliver results.
Resourceful We make more with less.
Innovative We find smart ways to solve problems.
Versatile We handle whatever comes our way.
Engaged We’re all in
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Operates forklift and other machinery needed to transport heavy items around the warehouse.
Loading and unloading of goods and supplies and ensuring the proper handling of the same.
Ensuring the cleanliness and proper stocking of inventory in the work area.
Maintaining quality in the warehouse and keeping track of all damaged inventory and reporting the same to the supervising authorities.
Proper packing, labeling, and tagging of the inventory in the warehouse.
Maintaining and servicing of warehouse equipment like forklift, trucks, and railcars.
Conducting cycle counts of inventory as directed.
Efficiently carrying out all orders of the supervisors and managers.
Working in accordance with all safety regulations of the warehouse.
Provides input of new and improved ways to store and ship products.
Identify, separate, and palletize merchandise to be relocated to appropriate areas of the warehouse.
Other duties as assigned by the Warehouse Supervisor
Education, Experience & Knowledge Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Prior warehouse experience preferred
Forklift experience required
CDL License a plus (not required)
Possess time management skills and meet targets
Interpersonal Skills:
Good oral and written communication skills
Good customer service skills
A positive, can-do attitude
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Good problem solving and analytical abilities
Working Environment:
Exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain.
Physical Requirements:
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a warehouse environment; walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, and twist; push, pull, lift, and/or carry moderate to heavy amounts of weight (up to 75 pounds); operate assigned equipment and vehicles, and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Vision must be in the normal visual range with or without correction; hearing in the normal audio range with or without correction.
About Lynch Group:
A family of integrated companies with a focus on logistics, The Lynch Group provides truckload freight hauling, warehousing, final mile delivery services, household and commercial moving, and secure document management and destruction services. Lynch has over 50 years of experience providing integrated logistics services to satisfied customers throughout Maine, the United States, and Canada, with the goal to serving customers safely and reliably on time, every time. Lynch is proudly headquartered in Bangor, Maine, with satellite locations in Auburn and Portland, Maine.
Visit www.lynchgroup.co for more information.
Lynch Logistics is the recipient of the 2023 MMTA Grand Champion safety award!
Closing Date: December 1, 2026
Pay: $19-21 per hour
The Warehouse Material Handler assists with receiving, storage, organization and distribution of all customer products.
In addition to meeting the responsibilities and requirements for this position, we are seeking the right fit for our team. We expect the candidate for this key leadership role to enthusiastically exemplify and uphold our Core Values (‘DRIVE’):
Dependable We show up and deliver results.
Resourceful We make more with less.
Innovative We find smart ways to solve problems.
Versatile We handle whatever comes our way.
Engaged We’re all in
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Operates forklift and other machinery needed to transport heavy items around the warehouse.
Loading and unloading of goods and supplies and ensuring the proper handling of the same.
Ensuring the cleanliness and proper stocking of inventory in the work area.
Maintaining quality in the warehouse and keeping track of all damaged inventory and reporting the same to the supervising authorities.
Proper packing, labeling, and tagging of the inventory in the warehouse.
Maintaining and servicing of warehouse equipment like forklift, trucks, and railcars.
Conducting cycle counts of inventory as directed.
Efficiently carrying out all orders of the supervisors and managers.
Working in accordance with all safety regulations of the warehouse.
Provides input of new and improved ways to store and ship products.
Identify, separate, and palletize merchandise to be relocated to appropriate areas of the warehouse.
Other duties as assigned by the Warehouse Supervisor
Education, Experience & Knowledge Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Prior warehouse experience preferred
Forklift experience required
CDL License a plus (not required)
Possess time management skills and meet targets
Interpersonal Skills:
Good oral and written communication skills
Good customer service skills
A positive, can-do attitude
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Good problem solving and analytical abilities
Working Environment:
Exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain.
Physical Requirements:
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a warehouse environment; walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, and twist; push, pull, lift, and/or carry moderate to heavy amounts of weight (up to 75 pounds); operate assigned equipment and vehicles, and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Vision must be in the normal visual range with or without correction; hearing in the normal audio range with or without correction.
About Lynch Group:
A family of integrated companies with a focus on logistics, The Lynch Group provides truckload freight hauling, warehousing, final mile delivery services, household and commercial moving, and secure document management and destruction services. Lynch has over 50 years of experience providing integrated logistics services to satisfied customers throughout Maine, the United States, and Canada, with the goal to serving customers safely and reliably on time, every time. Lynch is proudly headquartered in Bangor, Maine, with satellite locations in Auburn and Portland, Maine.
Visit www.lynchgroup.co for more information.
Lynch Logistics is the recipient of the 2023 MMTA Grand Champion safety award!
Salary : $19 - $21