Forklift Driver - 1st Shift

Williams-Sonoma, Inc.; South Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous discount on all brand products

401(k) plan

Paid vacations and holidays

Health benefits including dental and vision insurance

Job summary

A leading home furnishings retailer in South Brunswick, NJ, is looking for a reliable Forklift Driver for the 1st shift. You will be responsible for operating various forklifts, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring workplace safety. Strong communication skills and a positive attitude are essential. A high school diploma and at least one year of forklift operation experience are required. The position offers competitive benefits and a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of forklift experience required.
• Excellent attendance and team integration desired.
• Ability to learn warehouse management system functions.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily pick for the Hub using the inventory management system.
• Load, unload, stack, and stage products using various power equipment.
• Promote safety awareness and maintain a clean workspace.

Skills

Forklift operation

Communication skills

Teamwork

Inventory management

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Warehouse management system (PKMS)

Forklift types (Swing Reach, Reach Truck, Order Picker)

Job description

About Williams‑Sonoma DC - South Brunswick, NJ

Since it was founded in 1956, Williams‑Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams’ single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams‑Sonoma, Pottery Barn and West Elm.

Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail‑order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast‑paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources, or home delivery – and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement – our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you.

Williams‑Sonoma, Inc Supply Chain Overview

By managing resources responsibly, caring for our people, and uniting around our values, we lead our industry and are proud to be recognized for our continuous action and progress in the following areas: Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies; Forbes Best Employers for Women and Diversity; Newsweek America's Most Responsible Companies; and USA Today Customer Service Champions. These honors reflect that we are truly a people‑first organization.

• Over 4,000 Full‑Time Associates across the Supply Chain
• 14.5M square feet of small parcel, personalization, furniture, and manufacturing space in the domestic US, Williams‑Sonoma has developed an agile and capable distribution network consisting of the following:
  • Large package / furniture distribution centers located in Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Georgia, and New Jersey totaling 9.2M square feet plus another 1.2M square feet of standalone final‑mile furniture hubs.
• Small package eCommerce distribution centers located in Mississippi and Arizona totaling 3.2M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full‑time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi
  • Sutter Street Manufacturing upholstery factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling with over 1,400 full‑time employees producing approximately $900 million to $1 billion in sales of upholstered furniture
• Transportation Department for Ocean, Air, Trucking, and Rail consisting of over 30 transportation professionals located in Memphis, TN
• 700 associates in our Sourcing offices in 10 countries in Asia and Europe including China, Vietnam, Singapore, India, Italy, and Turkey

Forklift Driver – 1st Shift

The Forklift Driver – 1st Shift position is located in South Brunswick, NJ.

You’ll be excited about this opportunity because you will…

• Work with leadership to ensure the completion of all (Manual and On‑Task) tasks by end of each day
• Complete daily pick for the Hub with the use of our inventory management system
• Utilizing the orders to understand where items need to be moved – may or may not include power equipment
• Utilizing the warehouse system to maintain and uphold inventory accuracy
• Ensuring the completion of all staging/sweeping tasks using power equipment
• Loads and unloads, stacks, and stages products utilizing multiple types of power equipment
• Ensure organization and housekeeping of aisles and surroundings daily
• Promote safety awareness and cultivate the safety culture throughout the company to help avoid unsafe or hazardous working conditions
• Other duties as instructed

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• At least 1 year of forklift experience in operating the following: Swing Reach, Reach Truck, & Order Picker
• This is an onsite and in office role
• Excellent attendance and willingness to be part of a team – performing whatever duties are necessary
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to learn warehouse management system functions (PKMS)
• Ability to read and verify locations and SKU numbers
• Willing and able to be cross trained and certified to operate any or all WSI DDC equipment: Reach Tracker, Pacers, Swing Reach, Order Picker/TT, Motorized Pallet Jack
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, ability to work under pressure, and be a fast learner
• Flexible to work overtime as required
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

Physical Requirements

• Comfortable walking/standing 100% of the day
• Able to bend, reach, squat, and climb stairs/ladders
• Able to lift up to 75lbs

Benefits

• Generous discount on all Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. brand products
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations)
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same‑sex domestic partner benefits, Legal and Identity Protection Plans and Pet Insurance
• For more information on our benefits offers, please visit MyWSIBenefits.com
• To learn more about our Supply Chain culture and regional associate events, please visit https://shorturl.at/R3OAX (Login credentials may be required)

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