Forklift-Certified Food Warehouse Associate | Growth & Perks

Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery; Carteret (NJ); On-site; USD 2,996,000 - 3,203,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & bonuses

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance & EAP support

PTO & career growth opportunities

Job summary

Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery is seeking dependable Warehouse Associates to support our fast-paced operations in Carteret, NJ. You will handle receiving, storing, and shipping while upholding food safety standards and quality control.

You will operate forklifts and RF scanners, ensure accurate labeling, and collaborate across production and logistics to meet daily goals. Prior warehouse experience and forklift certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of warehouse experience (food manufacturing preferred) or 2+ years of forklift/reach truck experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience using RF scanning systems.
• Forklift certification or the ability to become certified.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, reach trucks, and other warehouse equipment safely.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound shipments.
• Pick, pack, stage, and prepare customer orders accurately and on time.
• Receive, inspect, and store inventory following FIFO/FEFO procedures.
• Move products between the warehouse and production departments.
• Use RF scanners to track inventory and complete warehouse transactions.
• Ensure products are labeled with barcodes, pallet tags, and allergen stickers.
• Maintain accurate inventory and report damaged products or discrepancies.
• Keep warehouse areas clean, organized, and compliant with food safety standards.
• Follow company safety, PPE, OSHA, and food safety policies.
• Collaborate with production, inventory, and logistics to meet daily goals.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanning systems

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma

Tools

RF scanners

Reach forklift

Job description

Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery is seeking dependable Warehouse Associates to support our fast-paced operations in Carteret, NJ. You will handle receiving, storing, and shipping while upholding food safety standards and quality control.

You will operate forklifts and RF scanners, ensure accurate labeling, and collaborate across production and logistics to meet daily goals. Prior warehouse experience and forklift certification are preferred.