1st Shift Forklift Operator - VAS

Simon & Schuster, Inc.; Riverside Township, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Simon & Schuster US is seeking a warehouse associate in Riverside, NJ. The role involves operating RF devices and pick towers for VAS moves and put‑aways, using the Drexel/Turret/Order Selector, and picking full pallet labels. Flexibility to work overtime and lift up to 50 lbs is required.

Hours are 5:00am–1:00pm, onsite in Riverside, with responsibilities expanding as workload dictates. Equal opportunity employer with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Must follow directions and communicate with coworkers
• OT may be required and flexibility is expected
• HS diploma or equivalent required

Responsibilities

• Use RF device for VAS move tasks, replenishment and/or put aways
• Use Drexel/Turret/Order Selector for VAS move tasks and put away
• Ability to pick full pallet labels
• Other duties as workload requires

Skills

Follow directions

Communication

OT flexibility

Teamwork

Ability to lift 50lbs

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Drexel/Turret/Order Selector/Long John

RF device

Job description

Posted Tuesday 8 September 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.