Forklift Warehouse Associate (1st Shift)

Signature Retail Services; Port Reading (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Earned benefits

Vacation/Sick Time/ Holiday Pay

Mobile phone allowance

Employee Profit Sharing program

Job summary

Signature Retail Services in Keasbey, NJ is seeking a full-time Warehouse Forklift Associate to inspect, prepare, and move lumber products from the warehouse to retail locations. You will unload inbound shipments, operate a sit-down forklift or cherry picker, and report findings through an online system.

This role requires safety focus, 5+ years of forklift experience (or certification), a valid driver's license, and the ability to work 8am–5pm, Monday through Friday, in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years of age or older.
• 5+ years' experience operating a forklift and order picker, or the willingness to obtain certification.
• A Valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Safely unload and receive inbound shipments using a sit-down forklift or manual methods.
• Inspect products for quality and document findings before outbound shipment.
• Prepare daily reports summarizing activities and observations.
• Palletize, stage, and manage inventory using forklift or cherry picker.
• Communicate effectively with teammates and management to ensure smooth workflow.
• Perform minor packaging repairs to maintain presentation and quality.

Skills

Forklift operation

Order picker experience

Safety compliance

Tools

Cherry picker

Inventory system

Job description

Are you a Safety Focused Forklift Operator ready to put your equipment and auditing skills to work? Join the Signature Retail Services Warehouse Team in Keasbey, NJ!

As a full-time Warehouse Forklift Associate with Signature Retail Services, you'll play an important role in ensuring our client's lumber products are inspected, prepared, and ready to move from the warehouse to retail locations.

In this hands-on role, you'll work closely with the facility manager to inspect inbound and outbound shipments, make minor packaging repairs, operate warehouse equipment, and report your findings through an online system. If you're detail-oriented, safety-focused, comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment, and ready to put your forklift experience to work, this could be a great fit for you!

Pay Rate:$21- $23/ hour, depending on experience.
Shift Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8am- 5pm

What We Offer

• A 401(k)
• Earned benefits.
• Vacation/Sick Time/ Holiday Pay
• Mobile phone allowance
• Employee Profit Sharing program

Position Responsibilities

• Safely unload and receive inbound shipments of lumber products and building materials using a sit-down forklift or manual methods.
• Conduct thorough inspections to ensure all products meet quality standards, documenting findings and addressing any discrepancies before preparing items for outbound shipment to local stores.
• Prepare and submit detailed daily reports summarizing activities, quality inspection results, and any relevant observations.
• Safely palletize, stage, and manage inventory by performing up-stocking and down-stocking tasks utilizing a forklift or cherry picker.
• Operate independently while maintaining effective communication with warehouse associates and management to ensure smooth workflow.
• Perform minor repairs on product packaging to maintain presentation and quality standards.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be 21+ years of age or older.
• A Valid driver's license, current auto insurance, and have a reliable personal vehicle.
• 5+ years' experience operating a forklift and order picker, or the willingness to obtain certification.
• A Smartphone with internet access and the ability to send/receive texts and emails.
• Possessbasic tools and equipment necessary to perform job duties, including work gloves, a tape measure, box cutter, and standard hand tools.
• This is a physically active role that involves standing, walking, bending, lifting, climbing ladders, and remaining active throughout overnight shifts
• Regular lifting, moving, and handling of products, fixtures, and materials up to 50+ lbs.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced remodel environments with overnight project schedules.
• Ability to work effectively in both indoor and outdoor environments.

Signature Retail Services is a participant in E-Verify. Upon employment, you will be required to provide the federal government with your Form I-9 to verify your authorization to work in the U.S. Signature Retail Services is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other status protected by law. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Employment with Signature Retail Services is contingent upon the successful completion of all pre-employment requirements, which may include, but are not limited to, a background check, motor vehicle record (MVR) review, verification of employment eligibility, and any other screenings required for the position.

By continuing through the hiring process, candidates acknowledge that completion of these screenings is a condition of employment. Failure to complete required screenings, provide requested information, consent to the screening process, or successfully meet company standards may result in the withdrawal of an employment offer or termination of employment, where permitted by law. The specific screenings required may vary based on the position, client requirements, state and local laws, and business needs. Under state law, most employers are prohibited from asking about criminal history before making a conditional job offer. Employment screenings will be conducted only after a conditional offer is extended.

Signature Retail Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and conducts all screenings in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.