Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

Randstad USA; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking a forklift operator to safely move palletized materials in a high-volume warehouse and loading docks. You will operate a sit-down counterbalance forklift and perform putaway and replenishment to support accurate inventory.

You will conduct daily OSHA-compliant inspections, collaborate with inventory control and order selection teams, and ensure loads are balanced and secured for transport. Work hours are 07:00 AM to 04:00 PM in Piscataway, NJ.

Qualifications

• Successful performance on a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Test.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a sit-down counterbalance forklift to move, stack, and retrieve palletized materials throughout the warehouse and loading docks.
• Execute putaway, replenishment, and retrieval of full pallet loads from high racks.
• Load and unload trailers and containers, ensuring loads are balanced and secure per safety rules.
• Perform daily OSHA-compliant forklift inspections and report maintenance needs promptly.
• Collaborate with inventory control and order selection teams to maintain accurate material flow.

Skills

PIT Test

Job description

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate a Sit Down Counterbalance Forklift to move, stack, and retrieve high-volume, palletized materials throughout the warehouse and loading docks.
• Execute critical inventory placement tasks, including putaway, replenishment, and retrieving full pallet loads from high racks (up to client-specific height).
• Load and unload trailers and containers meticulously, ensuring loads are properly balanced and secure according to safety and transport regulations.
• Conduct mandatory pre-shift OSHA-compliant forklift inspections (daily checklist) and report any maintenance needs immediately.
• Work collaboratively with inventory control and order selection teams to ensure accurate material flow and location management.

Location and Working Hours

location: Piscataway, NJ

work hours: 07:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Qualifications

• Successful performance on a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Test.

Dress Code

Shirts or t-shirts must have sleeves and be without any holes or rips. Pants without any holes or rips. No profane or suggestive texts and images. Closed toe and non slip footwear only.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Compensation and Benefits

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.