Forklift Operator

SHI International•Piscataway, NJ

1d•$18 - $23

About The Position

The Forklift Operator is responsible for unloading and loading freight, coordinating with the receiving team for accurate Warehouse Management System (WMS) entry, and stocking products in rack locations. This role involves picking orders, delivering them to staging areas, assisting with pallet wrapping and inventory transfers, and maintaining a clean work environment. Additionally, the Forklift Operator operates automated box erectors and supports general warehouse functions, ensuring efficient completion of all tasks.

Requirements

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment - Basic
Ability to take direction and follow instructions - Basic
Ability to complete tasks with accuracy and efficiency - Basic
Ability to work independently or as part of a team - Basic
Ability to show initiative to complete tasks without direct instruction - Basic
Ability to understand and apply management feedback - Basic
Ability to demonstrate a professional attitude - Basic
Ability to multitask and prioritize work - Basic
Ability to operate industrial power equipment - Basic
Maintain a valid Reach and Counterbalance license - Basic
Warehouse experience preferred
Completed high school diploma or equivalent
Ability to operate a computer and navigate in a Windows based platform
Ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment: Reach Forklift Counterbalance Motorized pallet mover
This role may report to different warehouse locations depending on volume and business needs
Overtime and weekend work are available, and may be required throughout the year
This position is expected to frequently bend, lift, walk and stand for extended periods of time
Position requires the ability to move or lift up to 50lbs
Valid Reach Truck operators certificate
Valid Counter-Balance operators certificate

Nice To Haves

Warehouse experience preferred

Responsibilities

Unload incoming freight and Load outgoing freight onto trucks as needed.
Coordinate with receiving team to ensure product is accurately entered in Warehouse Management System (WMS).
Stock palletized products and supplies in rack bin locations, including upper racks.
Picking and completing pick tickets generated from orders.
Deliver completed orders to staging areas for config and shipping.
Assist with wrapping and strapping of pallets.
Assist with relocation of freight orders in the shipping dept.
Assist shipping associates with pulling supplies from rack bin locations.
Assist with inventory transfers by moving palletized products.
Kitting of integration orders for both EUC and IDCS departments.
Assist with goods in and goods out functions, plus general warehouse picking and kitting as required.
Maintain a clean and well-organized work environment.
Ensure all administration tasks are completed efficiently.
Operate automated box erectors.