1st Shift Forklift Operator - VAS

Simon-; Riverside Township (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Simon & Schuster US, Riverside, NJ, is hiring for a warehouse role with a 5:00am–1:00pm schedule. Responsibilities include operating RF devices and order selectors to move, replenish, and put away goods, picking full pallet labels, and performing other duties as workload requires.

Qualifications include HS Diploma or equivalent, ability to lift 50 lbs, flexibility with location and tasks, and willingness to work OT. Equal opportunity employer with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Follow directions and work safely in a warehouse environment.
• Communicate with coworkers and management as needed.
• Willing to work overtime when required.
• Respect company policies, procedures, and safety rules.
• Maintain flexibility with tasks and location as needed.
• Able to lift 50 lbs continuously.
• HS Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Use RF device for VAS move tasks, replenishment and/or put aways.
• Use the Drexel/Turret/Order Selector for VAS move tasks, replenishment and/or put away.
• Ability to pick full pallet labels
• Any and all other duties required by workload

Skills

Follow directions

Communication

OT availability

Flexible

Safety rules

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Drexel Turret

Order Selector

Long John

Job description

Posted Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.

DUTIES:

• Use of the RF device for VAS move tasks, replenishment and/or put aways
• Use of the Drexel/Turret/Order Selector for VAS move tasks, replenishment and/or put away.
• Ability to pick full pallet labels
• Any and all other duties required by work load

REQUIREMENTS:

• Operate Drexel/Turret/Order Selector/Long John
• Adhere to and implement Equipment Safety Rules and Regulations
• Adhere to and implement Company policies and procedures
• Able to follow directions
• Able to communicate to co-workers and management staff as needed
• Able to work OT as needed
• Flexible regarding work location and tasks
• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Able to lift 50lbs continuously

SCHEDULED WORK HOURS: 5:00am-1:00pm

LOCATION: Riverside, NJ

Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression), age, citizenship status, marital status, and Veteran status where protected by law or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals in accordance with applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at [insert contact information]. Unrelated emails, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.

Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies , including the Workplace Privacy Notice , and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.