Job Description

Warehouse Associate – Stand-Up Forklift

Location: Piscataway, NJ

Shift: 2nd Shift | 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM

Pay Rate: $18.00/hour

Schedule: Full-time

Language Requirement: Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Training Requirement: Candidates hired for 2nd shift must be available to train on 1st shift for the first 3 weeks.Job Summary.

As a Warehouse Associate, you will play a key role in daily warehouse operations by ensuring materials are received, stored, and maintained accurately and safely. This position requires attention to detail, physical stamina, and the ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Use a Warehouse Management System (WMS) to track inventory and maintain real-time accuracy
• Support production and packaging teams by supplying materials as needed
• Perform weekly cycle counts using RF scan devices
• Safely operate stand-up reach forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and sit-down forklifts
• Move, stack, and organize materials within the warehouse
• Identify, document, and report inventory discrepancies

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong multitasking and time-management skills
• Ability to work extended hours, nights, or weekends as business needs require
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment

Education & Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Prior experience operating stand-up reach forklifts (required)
• Experience with electric ride-along pallet jacks and sit-down forklifts
• Familiarity with WMS systems and RF scanners

Preferred Qualifications (Bonus Points)

• Experience in food, natural foods, or consumer goods environments
• Start-up or high-growth warehouse experience
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Frequent standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and bending
• Safe operation of warehouse equipment throughout the shift

Travel Requirements

• No travel required

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Work Location: In person

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