Forklift Operator
interaction24Elizabeth, NJ
16 days ago
Occupations
Industrial Truck and Tractor OperatorsCooling and Freezing Equipment Operators and TendersLaborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, HandIndustries
Refrigerated Warehousing and StoragePerishable Prepared Food ManufacturingFrozen Specialty Food Manufacturing$35,100 per year
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Forklift Operator Cold Environment
Benefits: Dental insurance, health insurance, vision insurance
Production Facility Location: Linden, NJ
Shift:
Day Shift | 5:00 AM Start
Important Cold Environment Notice This position operates in a refrigerated production environment ranging from 3438F, with freezer areas that drop below freezing. Candidates must be comfortable working in cold conditions for extended periods and are required to bring their own appropriate cold weather gear including thermals, layers, and gloves.
What You'll Be Doing:
Operating Raymond Deep Reach trucks as the primary equipmentthis is the most critical skill for this role
Operating counterbalance and stand-up forklifts as needed
Moving product and materials throughout the production floor safely and efficiently
Following all GMP, food safety, and warehouse safety protocols
Participating in an in-house skills verification and training refresher upon start
What We're Looking For:
Hands-on forklift experiencedeep reach truck experience is strongly preferred and highly coveted
Experience with counterbalance and/or stand-up forklifts
Prior experience in a cold storage, refrigerated warehouse, or food manufacturing environment strongly preferred
Ability to work in cold temperatures for the duration of the shift
Safety-conscious with a strong attention to detail
Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to a 5:00 AM start time
Forklift certification card preferred but not requiredall operators will undergo an on-site skills verification
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work in cold environments (3438F and below freezing in freezer areas) for extended periods
Must provide own cold weather gearthermals, layers, insulated gloves
Must be able to stand, walk, and operate equipment for the duration of the shift
Compensation: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
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JOB OVERVIEW
Salary
$35,100 per year
Experience level
Mid
Location
Elizabeth, NJ
Occupation
Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators
Industry
Refrigerated Warehousing and Storage
Posted
16 days ago
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