Forklift Operator

INTERACTION 24 LLC; Linden (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

INTERACTION 24 LLC is seeking a Forklift Operator for a cold environment production facility in Linden, NJ. The role involves operating Raymond Deep Reach trucks and other forklifts, adhering to food safety and GMP protocols.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on forklift experience, particularly in cold storage/food manufacturing. Must bring own cold weather gear and be prepared to work in temperatures as low as 34°F. This position requires reliability and punctuality, with a 5:00 AM start time.

Qualifications

• Experience with cold storage or refrigerated warehouses is preferred.
• Forklift certification card is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate Raymond Deep Reach trucks as primary equipment.
• Follow GMP, food safety, and safety protocols.
• Participate in skills verification and training.

Skills

Hands-on forklift experience

Cold environment experience

Attention to detail

Reliability and punctuality

Tools

Raymond Deep Reach truck

Counterbalance forklift

Stand-up forklift

Job description

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Forklift Operator – Cold Environment Production Facility Location: Linden, NJ Shift: Day Shift | 5:00 AM Start

Important — Cold Environment Notice

This position operates in a refrigerated production environment ranging from 34–38°F, with freezer areas that drop below freezing. Candidates must be comfortable working in cold conditions for extended periods and are required to bring their own appropriate cold weather gear including thermals, layers, and gloves.

What You'll Be Doing

• Operating Raymond Deep Reach trucks as the primary equipment — this is the most critical skill for this role
• Operating counterbalance and stand-up forklifts as needed
• Moving product and materials throughout the production floor safely and efficiently
• Following all GMP, food safety, and warehouse safety protocols
• Participating in an in-house skills verification and training refresher upon start

What We're Looking For

• Hands‑on forklift experience — deep reach truck experience is strongly preferred and highly coveted
• Experience with counterbalance and/or stand‑up forklifts
• Prior experience in a cold storage, refrigerated warehouse, or food manufacturing environment strongly preferred
• Ability to work in cold temperatures for the duration of the shift
• Safety‑conscious with a strong attention to detail
• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to a 5:00 AM start time
• Forklift certification card preferred but not required — all operators will undergo an on‑site skills verification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in cold environments (34–38°F and below freezing in freezer areas) for extended periods
• Must provide own cold weather gear — thermals, layers, insulated gloves
• Must be able to stand, walk, and operate equipment for the duration of the shift