Warehouse Worker - Dock Associate - 2nd Shift

Penske • Plainfield, NJ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Penske Logistics is hiring a warehouse associate at its Plainfield, Indiana location. The role involves sorting loose cartons of auto parts by label, staging cartons and other materials in area-specific lanes, and scanning freight and parts as part of the loading process. The warehouse is not climate controlled. Steel-toe shoes and safety vests are required on the warehouse floor. Associates receive monthly safety and ergonomic training and follow a five-point attendance policy. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 PM to 2:30 AM, with two timed breaks and a 30-minute timed lunch built into the schedule. Compensation is $24.00 per hour plus a $1.00 shift differential.

Requirements

• Proficient reading skills and the ability to follow directions.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate customer service, interpersonal, multitasking, organizational, flexibility, numerical, and time-management skills.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance.
• Willingness and ability to work the required schedule at the specified location.
• Complete a Penske employment application and submit to a background investigation covering past employment, education, and criminal history, as well as drug screening.
• Ability to remain alert and work safely, accepting responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Ability to remember and understand instructions, guidelines, and other information; see and verbally communicate; and meet the stated vision requirements.
• Ability to move frequently and to stand, walk, and sit; frequently use hands to touch, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Prior warehouse experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Flexibility to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety requirements.
• Stage and sort products for loading.
• Load and unload trailers safely.
• Sort and place parts in racks or other designated areas.
• Stack cardboard boxes and pallets.
• Move materials within the warehouse.
• Operate electric pallet jacks and forklifts as needed.
• Scan freight and parts.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k).
• Associate referral program.
• $125 boot allowance after 90 days of employment, where applicable.
• Associate discounts.
• Opportunities to grow within the organization.

What This Job Offers

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