Fulfillment Center Equipment Operator (Reach & Forklift)

Cozey • Dayton, NJ

5h

About The Position

The Fulfillment Center Equipment Operator operates reach trucks and forklifts to support warehouse activities at a newly opened operation. The role handles core and support activities—including receiving, picking, staging, shipping, special orders, quality control, and inventory auditing—while meeting operational timelines and completion targets. The operator also contributes to process improvements, promotes workplace health and safety, and takes accountability for results by proposing action plans when targets are not met. The position involves physical work, including standing, moving, and lifting up to 49 lbs (22 kg) in variable temperatures.

The role is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with paid overtime. Compensation is $25 per hour, with eligibility for a 10% bonus. Benefits start after one month. The employer describes growth opportunities as the operation is being built from the ground up.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience operating reach trucks and forklifts in a production environment such as a fulfillment center, warehouse, or factory; skills will be tested during the interview.
• Current forklift and reach operator licenses; proof is required.
• Ability to perform physical work, including standing, moving, and lifting up to 49 lbs (22 kg) in variable temperatures.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow multistep processes.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a quality control environment.
• Experience working in small teams or startups.

Responsibilities

• Operate reach trucks and forklifts for warehouse maneuvers.
• Complete daily core and support activities, including receiving, picking, staging, shipping, special orders, quality control, and inventory auditing, on time and in full.
• Propose and lead initiatives and process improvements related to fulfillment center activities.
• Enforce workplace health and safety best practices.
• Take accountability for core and support activities and propose action plans when results are not met.
• Perform other related tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $25 per hour.
• Eligibility for a 10% bonus.
• Benefits starting after one month.
• Paid overtime.
• Growth opportunities in a newly opened operation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED