Forklift Operator

Schweid & Sons•Carlstadt, NJ

25d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator accurately picks, counts, labels, scans, and racks products in a cold freezer environment. The role moves goods between production and freezer or cooler areas using a forklift or power jack, maintains inventory accuracy, and supports a clean and safe work area. This is a union role in a fast-paced, refrigerated warehouse and cold freezer environment in Carlstadt, New Jersey. The position requires extended standing, regular and repetitive lifting or carrying of up to 50 pounds, stacking products on pallets up to 6 feet high, and operating a forklift or power jack as authorized. Overtime may be required based on business needs. Schweid & Sons is a family-owned and operated premium ground beef company with a four-generation heritage. It supplies beef to Retail, Foodservice, and National Account customers across the U.S. The company describes its culture as built on Trust, Respect, Innovation, Passion, and Pride, and emphasizes collaboration, employee ideas, and career growth.

Requirements

Current forklift certification.
Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.
Ability to work under pressure in a cold warehouse environment, including temperatures ranging from 0 to 25 degrees.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, following instructions and standard accepted practices.
Ability to comply with company policies and GMP procedures.
Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions in accordance with applicable GMP, USDA, and OSHA requirements.
Regular and punctual attendance, with ability to work overtime as needed.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, stack products on pallets up to 6 feet high, and stand for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Previous forklift, warehouse, shipping, receiving, or inventory experience.
Experience using warehouse scanning or inventory systems.
Experience working in food manufacturing or a refrigerated distribution environment.

Responsibilities

Move goods from production areas to the freezer or cooler using a forklift or power jack.
Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine assignments and accurately pick frozen goods for orders.
Scan inventory into designated racks.
Label all inventory accurately.
Keep the work area clean and safe at all times.
Stand for extended periods while performing assigned duties.
Comply with company and federal policies, procedures, and regulations.
Meet departmental key performance indicators.
Perform related duties and other responsibilities as assigned.