Forklift Operator

McLane Company, Inc.; Penns Grove (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

FSA/HSA

Company-paid life insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave accrual

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. in New Jersey is hiring a Forklift Operator to move materials around our distribution center. You will use standup forklifts, reach heights up to 20 feet, and place products in designated areas while following safety protocols.

We offer a pay rate of $24.50 to $29.90 per hour, Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday 5:00am shifts, and benefits starting after 60 days including medical, dental, and vision insurance, and more.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience operating a forklift and RF Utility (preferable, not required).
• Ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform tasks safely.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve and transport product to assigned slots.
• Identify product to be selected, sorted, and placed.
• Follow aisle specifications for product sorting and placement.
• Enter assigned product for each shift into the system.
• Work safely to prevent injury to people and damage to products and equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Age 18+

English literacy

Safety minded

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

RF Scanner

Job description

Start a fulfilling career as a Forklift Operator!

We're a team. Our success is driven by the collective effort of each member in our warehouse, which has set us apart in the industry for 130+ years. We're dedicated to collectively challenging any supply chain problem with top-of-the-line technology and safety measures carried throughout the process. We wouldn't be where we are without our warehouse team. It's why we've built a culture-focused and diverse environment for you that offers opportunities for advancement with industry-leading benefits.

The Forklift Operator uses industrial, powered, computer-equipped standup forklifts to move materials throughout the distribution center and place product in designated areas. You will need to be comfortable working at heights of 20 feet or more at times.

Benefits you can count on:

• Pay Rate: $24.50 to $29.90 per hour.
• Sunday -Wednesday or Wednesday - Saturday form 5:00am - Finish.
• Generous benefits that start on your 60th day: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one and paid holidays after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, parental leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

What you'll do as a Forklift Operator:

• Retrieve and transport product to assigned slots.
• Identify product to be selected, sorted, and placed.
• Follow aisle specifications for product sorting and placement.
• Enter assigned product for each shift into the system.
• Work safely to prevent injury to people and damage to products and equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications you'll bring as a Warehouse Teammate:

• At least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience operating a forklift and RF Utility (preferable, not required).
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

Fit the following? We want you here!

• Organized
• Teamwork oriented
• Safety conscious
• Detailed

Moving America forward - together.

We've been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of teammates for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.