Forklift Operator 1st Shift

ofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients); Mickleton (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients) is seeking a Forklift Operator in Mickleton, NJ. You will operate sit-down or stand-up forklifts, pick orders, and use RF scanning to ensure inventory accuracy in a fast-paced warehouse.

The role requires at least 1 year of forklift experience, strong math skills, and a solid safety mindset in line with OSHA regulations. Candidates must lift up to 50 pounds and wear PPE as required.

Qualifications

• 1+ years' experience operating powered forklifts.
• Knowledge of material-handling equipment is an asset.
• Proficient in math.
• Detail oriented with strong accuracy.
• Solid understanding of OSHA regulations and safety rules.
• Must wear PPE and follow safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down or stand-up forklift safely.
• Pick orders and stage items for delivery.
• Use RF scanning to verify inventory accuracy.
• Read and process incoming order requests.
• Inspect and maintain forklifts and equipment.
• Identify safety hazards and enforce safety standards.
• Consolidate pallets and pull items as needed.
• Assist with related warehouse duties as required.

Skills

Math proficiency

Detail oriented

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift / material handling equipment

Job description

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Location: Mickleton, NJ

Department: Warehouse

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Experience: 1 year minimum

Safety Sensitive: Yes

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Position Responsibilities

• Ability to operate a Forklift machine (sit down & stand up)
• Pick orders
• Use RF scanning equipment to ensure accuracy of inventory
• Manages pick ticket orders
• Pulls warehouse items from the shelves based on number, size, quantity, etc.
• Ensures that orders are accurate
• Stages items correctly for delivery
• Ability to read incoming order requests
• Adhere to quality and customer service standards set forth by the company
• Pick, wrap and stage orders to be shipped
• Inspect and perform maintenance of forklifts and other material handling equipment
• Identify safety hazards in the workplace
• Consolidate partial pallets for incoming goods
• Perform other duties as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years’ experience operating powered forklifts
• Knowledge of various material-handling equipment an asset
• Proficient in math
• Detail oriented
• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations
• Possess a high regard for safety in the workplace
• Able to lift 50 pounds with / without accommodations
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
• Must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and comply with all safety policies and requirements

The pay for this role in the state of NJ is $20/hr and is based on the position responsibilities and geographic location.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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