Forklift Operator/ Inventory Clerk

printcommunications; Roselle (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

paid vacation and sick leave

health benefits

Simple IRA plan

Job summary

printcommunications, a commercial printing company in Union County, is seeking a motivated Certified Forklift Operator/Inventory Clerk in Roselle, NJ. The role focuses on moving goods, accurate shipping/receiving, and maintaining a safe, organized workplace.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts, verifying shipments, packing for shipment, and data entry to keep inventory accurate. Candidates should have forklift certification, a valid license, and 2+ years in a printing environment.

Qualifications

• OSHA forklift certification required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years forklift and inventory experience in a printing company.
• Able to lift up to 70 pounds.
• Strong math and data-entry skills.
• Ability to communicate in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Operate seated forklift and pallet jacks to load, unload, and transport materials within the plant.
• Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and maintain inventory records.
• Prepare finished materials for shipment by packing, wrapping, and labeling skids and cartons.
• Maintain inventory records through data entry in spreadsheets.
• Coordinate order fulfillment with supervisor and ensure proper packaging.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Occasionally deliver using company vehicle.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Data entry

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PACE

Inventory spreadsheets

Job description

Job Overview

Commercial printing company in Union County is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Certified Forklift Operator/ Inventory Clerk to join our team. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for efficiently managing the movement of goods, ensuring accurate shipping and receiving processes, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment. Your expertise in forklift operation and inventory management will contribute directly to our commitment to timely order fulfillment and exceptional customer service.

Duties

• Safely operate seated forklift and pallet jacks, to load, unload, and transport paper and printed materials within the plant
• Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and maintain accurate inventory records using inventory management spreadsheets
• Prepare finished materials for shipment by packing/wrapping/labeling skids and cartons
• Maintain accurate inventory records through data entry into inventory management spreadsheets
• Collaborate with supervisor to coordinate order fulfillment and ensure proper packaging
• Load and unload trucks
• Make occasional deliveries using company vehicle
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Current OSHA-accepted forklift driver certification
• Valid driver’s license
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to communicate in spoken and written English
• 2+ years of experience operating a forklift and managing inventory in a printing company
• Ability to perform physical tasks and lift up to 70 pounds
• Basic math skills for counting, measuring, and verifying shipments accurately
• Data entry skills

Desired Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of inventory management and shipping & receiving
• Familiarity with Print Management Information Systems such as PACE

Pay and Benefits

Pay rate is $17-$22/hour.

• paid vacation and sick leave
• health benefits
• Simple IRA plan

Join our team where your skills will help us deliver outstanding service. We value safety, efficiency, and teamwork.