Production Associate - 3rd Shift | Forklift & Quality

Worthington Enterprises; Closter (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Perfect attendance bonus

Job summary

Worthington Enterprises is seeking motivated Production Associates to join our team. This role is critical to ensuring the smooth movement, storage, and handling of materials and finished products.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong attention to detail, safety and quality, and a willingness to work the 3rd shift (Mon–Fri, 10PM to 6:30AM). Starting pay is $20–$24 per hour with a quarterly $500 perfect attendance bonus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic math, reading, and keen attention to detail are essential.
• Ability to operate safety equipment and follow procedures precisely.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of production tasks, including assembly, material handling, machine setup, press or paint line operation, welding, testing, and quality control.
• Move, stage, and transport materials and products within the plant or warehouse using forklifts, cranes, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
• Assist in machine setup, including building arbors and preparing equipment for production use.
• Receive, inspect, unload, and properly store incoming shipments; verify accuracy and report damaged or defective items.
• Support quality control efforts by inspecting products and reporting any defects or discrepancies.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas; perform general housekeeping as needed.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to achieve daily operational goals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to ensure safe, efficient, and quality production and warehouse operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Manual dexterity

Basic math

Reading comprehension

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Pallet jack operation

Banding tools

Job description

Worthington Enterprises is seeking motivated Production Associates to join our team. This role is critical to ensuring the smooth movement, storage, and handling of materials and finished products.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong attention to detail, safety and quality, and a willingness to work the 3rd shift (Mon–Fri, 10PM to 6:30AM). Starting pay is $20–$24 per hour with a quarterly $500 perfect attendance bonus.