Fork Lift Operator

Manufacturers Reserve Supply; Irvington (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a reputable wholesale distributor in northern New Jersey as a Forklift Operator & Shipping Specialist. This role is crucial for maintaining the flow of high-end building materials to retail operations. You will be responsible for loading and unloading trucks, managing inventory, and ensuring a clean and safe warehouse environment. With a strong commitment to employee development, this company offers excellent benefits, including a fully paid medical plan for employees, paid time off, and a supportive team atmosphere. If you're self-motivated and ready to contribute to a thriving company, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Union position with great benefits

Paid training

Company gym

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Coffee station and kitchen

Qualifications

• 2-4 years experience operating a forklift and in a warehouse environment.
• Must be able to lift 70 lbs and demonstrate strong commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks, manage inventory, and maintain warehouse cleanliness.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are met while performing duties.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Warehouse Experience

Communication Skills

Self-Motivation

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Benefits:

Company parties

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Position: Forklift Operator & Shipping

Shift: 8:00am – 4:30pm

Manufacturers Reserve Supply is a wholesale distributor located in northern New Jersey. We specialize in selling high-end building materials to retail business operations. Serving the industry for over 90 years, integrity and reputation have been paramount to this company.

MRS develops employees to their fullest potential and constantly encourages them to strive for greater goals.

Responsibilities:

1. Load and unload trucks, put stock away and pull orders
2. Strap down tractor trailers, perform inventory cycle counts and wrap orders
3. Amazon processing and shipping via FedEx
4. Responsible for keeping warehouses neat and clean at all times and yard maintenance
5. Demonstrate strong commitment to safety and quality
6. Inventory and cycle counting
7. Ensure communications and actions are in alignment with our mission, vision and culture
8. Manage time effectively, meet personal goals and work effectively with other team members
9. Adhere to all Company policies and procedures
10. Present a professional image at all times
11. Perform various other duties and special projects as assigned

Pre-employment requirements: personality assessment, drug test, background check and reference check

This is a Union Position

Qualifications:

1. Minimum of 2-4 years experience operating a forklift
2. Minimum of 2-4 years experience within a warehouse environment
3. Must be able to lift 70 lbs.
4. Must be dependable and on-time
5. Must be self-motivated, be able to work independently and with a team, be trustworthy and have good communication skills
6. Building materials experience, a plus

Physical Demands:

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, touch and use tools, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, bend, stoop, twist, lift, reach, push, pull, grasp, balance, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear and walk during the course of employment
2. The employee will regularly sit to operate a forklift
3. Must be able to regularly lift/move up to 50 lbs.
4. Must have a good sense of balance; good hand-eye coordination; be able to assess weights and judge distances and heights
5. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
6. Must be able to work in varying temperatures, depending upon season

Additional Benefits:

1. Union position with great benefits, offering medical, prescription and dental coverage – employee only coverage fully paid by Employer!
2. Annuity Plan, Paid Time-Off and Company Holidays
3. Company gym
4. Coffee station and kitchen
5. Paid training