1st Shift Shipping Take-Off Associate

Simon & Schuster, Inc.; Riverside Township (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Simon & Schuster, Inc. in Riverside, NJ, is seeking a 1st Shift Shipping Take-Off Associate to join our Distribution Center team. The role involves taking completed cartons off conveyors, palletizing, wrapping, staging on the dock, and loading trailers.

The position requires reading shipping labels, lifting up to 50 lbs, and availability for overtime. Candidates should communicate effectively and follow all safety policies; a High School Diploma is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to read shipping labels.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Available for overtime as needed.
• High School Diploma preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively when needed.
• Ability to follow all safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Take completed cartons off of conveyor
• Wrap cartons onto pallet
• Shrink wrap pallets
• Stage pallets on shipping dock
• Floor load trailers
• Operate low rider
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Read shipping labels

Lift 50 lbs

Overtime availability

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma (preferred)

Job description

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.

Simon & Schuster is currently seeking a 1st Shift Shipping Take-Off Associate to join our Distribution Center in Riverside, NJ. This position will take completed cartons off of conveyor among other duties.

Duties:

• Take completed cartons off of conveyor
• Wrap cartons onto pallet
• Shrink wrap pallets
• Stage pallets on shipping dock
• Floor load trailers
• Operate low rider
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Ability to read shipping labels
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Available for overtime as needed
• Ability to operate low rider (preferred)
• High School Diploma (preferred)
• Ability to communicate effectively when needed
• Ability to follow all safety policies and procedures
• Ability to follow directions

SCHEDULED WORK HOURS: Monday - Friday 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM

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.
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