Forklift-Ready Warehouse Specialist – Food Safety

Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay bonuses

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance and EAP

Job summary

Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery is seeking dependable Warehouse Associates to support our fast-paced warehouse operations in New Jersey. You will help ensure products are received, stored, and shipped accurately while upholding food safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading shipments, RF scanning, labeling, FIFO/FEFO, and collaboration with production and logistics teams. Candidates should have forklift experience, RF scanning skills, and a keen eye for detail.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year warehouse experience (food manufacturing preferred) or 2+ years forklift/reach truck experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience using RF scanning systems.
• Forklift certification or ability to become certified.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload inbound and outbound shipments.
• Pick, pack, stage, and prepare customer orders accurately and on time.
• Receive, inspect, and store inventory following FIFO/FEFO procedures.
• Move products between the warehouse and production departments.
• Use RF scanners to track inventory and complete warehouse transactions.
• Ensure products are properly labeled with barcodes, pallet tags, and allergen stickers.
• Maintain accurate inventory and report damaged products or discrepancies.
• Keep warehouse areas clean, organized, and compliant with food safety standards.
• Follow all company safety, PPE, OSHA, and food safety policies.
• Work closely with production, inventory, and logistics teams to meet daily goals.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanning

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF scanners

Job description

Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery is seeking dependable Warehouse Associates to support our fast-paced warehouse operations in New Jersey. You will help ensure products are received, stored, and shipped accurately while upholding food safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading shipments, RF scanning, labeling, FIFO/FEFO, and collaboration with production and logistics teams. Candidates should have forklift experience, RF scanning skills, and a keen eye for detail.