Warehouse Attendant - $25.50/hr

Gate Gourmet; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

gategroup is seeking a Warehouse Attendant in Newark, NJ to load and unload products for deliveries, operate pallet jacks and other equipment, and assist with on-site logistics. You will verify paperwork, inspect goods for damage, and transfer items between warehouse areas.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (preferred) and up to one year of related experience. A valid driver license is required. Expect varying shifts, possible overtime, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Work Experience: Up to one-year experience preferred.
• Language: Must be able to read and write to complete required forms.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload products on/off company truck by hand or with pallet jack or equipment.
• Inspect products and paperwork for accuracy and quality, report issues.
• Transfer goods between onsite warehouse facilities using company truck.
• Unload deliveries at destination and place in designated storage areas.
• Operate company truck and equipment safely per OSHA rules.
• Maintain cleanliness of truck and report mechanical issues promptly.
• Re-pack airline equipment to customer specifications.
• Participate in inventory cycle counts.
• Work as part of a team and follow directions.

Skills

Reading & writing

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Driver license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

A Warehouse attendant is responsible for loading/unloading products of varying size and weight on to/off of company truck when needed by hand or electric pallet jack or use of other equipment.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Checks product and associated paperwork to ensure accuracy of load and delivery as well inspect product for damage/quality
• Reports any damage or quality issues to immediate supervisor
• Transfers goods between onsite warehouse facilities using company truck
• Upon delivery to destination, unloads, transfers goods to appointed storage area within the warehouse facility
• Drives and operates the company truck and all other equipment used in a safe manner and accordance with all OSHA and company rules and policies
• Maintains cleanliness of company truck and report any mechanical issues/damage immediately to direct supervisor
• Responsible for re-packing of airlines equipment to customer specifications
• Participates in inventory cycle counts
• Follows directions
• Work as a member of a team
• Additional duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by management

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Work Experience: Up to one-year experience preferred
• Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration) Not applicable
• Language / Communication Skills: Must be able to read and write to complete required forms
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers

Requirements of the Job

• Driver license required
• Work assigned schedule which may vary and could include weekends and holidays
• Work overtime when required
• Arrive to work on-time
• Must comply with company policies
• Complete paperwork and related administrative duties

Work Environment Will be exposed to extreme temperature changes and noise. May work in a cold room of 40 degrees or less for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move product, equipment and supplies up to fifty (50) pounds frequently during shift. Regularly stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during shifts of 8+ hours.

Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job

• Thinking – Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skills
• Engaging – Understanding others, Team Leadership and Developing People
• Inspiring – Influencing and building relationships, Motivating and Inspiring, Communicating effectively
• Achieving – Delivering business results under pressure, Championing Performance Improvement and Customer Focus

Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position

• We treat each other with respect and we act with integrity
• We communicate and keep each other informed
• We put our heads together to problem solve and deliver excellence as a team
• We have passion for our work and we pay attention to the little details
• We foster an environment of accountability, take responsibility for our actions and learn from our mistakes
• We do what we say we will do, when we say we are going to do it
• We care about our coworkers, always taking an opportunity to make someone’s day better

Employees at gategroup are expected to live our Values of Excellence, Integrity, Passion and Accountability. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone: We treat each other with respect and we act with integrity We communicate and keep each other informed We put our heads together to problem solve and deliver excellence as a team We have passion for our work and we pay attention to the little details We foster an environment of accountability, take responsibility for our actions and learn from our mistakes We do what we say we will do, when we say we are going to do it We care about our coworkers, always taking an opportunity to make someone’s day better

gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law. For further information regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, copy and paste the following URL into your web browser: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

We are accepting applications for this position on an ongoing basis.

If you want to be part of a team that helps make travel and culinary memories, join us! gategroup is the global leader in airline catering, retail-on-board and hospitality products and services. gategroup provides passengers with superior culinary and retail experiences, leveraging innovation and advanced technology solutions. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, gategroup delivers operational excellence through the most extensive catering network in the aviation industry, serving passengers from over 200 operating units in over 60 countries/territories across all continents. We work in an exciting industry – fast-paced and ever-changing. Industry trends and customer expectations are constantly evolving and it is critical that we are agile, innovative and ready for change - and our people are our driving force. We offer attractive opportunities to be part of this fast-paced and truly international working environment.

For further information, please visit www.gategroup.com.