New Jersey - Warehouse Associate

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc; Carlstadt (NJ); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Freezer incentive: +$2/hr

Safety equipment provided

Job summary

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Associate for our cold storage facility in New Jersey. The role involves picking, packing, receiving, stocking, operating pallet jacks, and ensuring FIFO and food safety in a freezer environment.

Training starts on the first shift, then moves to 1:00 PM PM shift with a starting pay of $17.30/hr plus a $2/hr freezer differential. We value reliability, attention to detail and teamwork. Prior warehouse or food-handling experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a freezer with sub-zero temperatures.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and carry items.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Experience in warehouse or food handling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Picking, packing, and preparing customer orders.
• Receiving, stocking, staging, and organizing inventory.
• Operating pallet jacks and warehouse equipment safely.
• Loading and unloading products.
• Following FIFO inventory practices and food safety standards.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Working efficiently in a temperature-controlled freezer environment.

Skills

Pallet jack operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Ability to work in cold/freezer

Strong work ethic

Tools

Electric Pallet Jack

Job description

Warehouse Associate (Cold Storage)

Shift: 1pm start (second shift)
Pay: Starting at $17.30/hr + $2/hr Freezer Differentia l for Cold Storage

Why Join Us?

Wismettac Asian Foods is looking for a dependable, safety-minded Warehouse Associate to join our team. This role supports our fast-paced food distribution operations and plays an important part in ensuring customers receive quality products accurately and on time.

The Role

As a Warehouse Associate working in a freezer environment, you will help support daily warehouse operations including:

• Picking, packing, and preparing customer orders
• Receiving, stocking, staging, and organizing inventory
• Operating pallet jacks and warehouse equipment safely
• Loading and unloading products
• Following FIFO inventory practices and food safety standards
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Working efficiently in a temperature-controlled freezer environment

Training Schedule:
New hires will begin on the first shift (6:00 AM start) to complete training and learn warehouse processes, safety procedures, and job expectations. After successful completion of training, the position will transition to the PM shift with a 1:00 PM start time.

What You Need

• Ability to work in a freezer environment with sub-zero temperatures
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Ability to follow safety procedures and instructions
• Attention to detail and ability to work as part of a team
• Previous warehouse, distribution, or food handling experience preferred
• Expereince with Electric Pallet Jack preferred

Additional Benefits:

• Freezer incentive: +$2/hr
• Safety equipment and required gear provided