Forklift Operator - Cold Storage | Overtime Eligible

Americold; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Americold in New Jersey is seeking a Forklift Operator to ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products using various forklifts and RF equipment. You will load/unload, stock, pick orders, and verify accuracy while maintaining safety and cleanliness.

The role requires basic education (GED preferred) and a short amount of related experience, with potential overtime and weekend shifts. Join a team focused on efficient warehouse operations and strict safety practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Three (3) months of related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently and safely load and unload freight using proper equipment to move products to storage throughout facility.
• Effectively stack and store merchandise, pick and assemble orders for shipment, check freight for accuracy, damage, and infestation, while labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as directed by management.
• In compliance with OSHA standards, operate equipment (sit down and stand-up forklifts, high-reach forklifts, stand-up straddle trucks, walk behinds, single/double pallet jacks and RF scanners) in a manner that promotes safety.
• Must be able to meet production standards while maintaining a clean and orderly work environment.
• Perform other duties such as inventory, cleaning, or forklift battery changes and may be required to perform other duties outside of normal responsibilities as needed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Americold in New Jersey is seeking a Forklift Operator to ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products using various forklifts and RF equipment. You will load/unload, stock, pick orders, and verify accuracy while maintaining safety and cleanliness.

The role requires basic education (GED preferred) and a short amount of related experience, with potential overtime and weekend shifts. Join a team focused on efficient warehouse operations and strict safety practices.