Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks, into railroad cars or trucks or storage facilities.

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Obtains copy of Shipping or Receiving schedule for order and transports material or equipment to and from designated areas in the facility
• Loading and unloading goods from vehicles such as trucks, containers, trailers or vans
• Moving goods packed on pallets or in crates around the storage facility
• Stacking goods in the correct storage bays, following inventory control instructions
• Checking loads are secure
• Stacking empty pallets
• Performing daily equipment checks such as recharging the truck’s battery and lubricating equipment
• Removing machine attachments and waste material from machines
• Examining products to verify conformance to quality standards
• Dumping materials into machine hopper

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Good math, language and reading skills; basic computer skills may be required
• High degree of attention required to prevent injury to others; promote a safe work environment
• Follow instructions for operating equipment and keeping records
• Must have at least 2 years of Electric forklift, Reach-Truck, Stand up and electric pallet jack experience
• Maintain a clean & safe environment
• Must be able to use Radio Frequency (RF) scanner gun
• Clean driving record and a valid state motor vehicle operator’s license may be required
• Forklift certification per OSHA standards preferred but not requirement
• Execute assignments in an accurate, timely and safe manner
• Reach-truck experience Required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES  

• Applicants must be able to carry 15 to 50 pounds for short periods and capable of getting onto/off a sit-down forklift. 
• Other physical requirements include walking, standing, bending, lifting for 8 hours. 
• Willingness to follow all safety practices and other compliance requirements as trained. 
• Willing to submit to a background check and drug screening

The anticipated rate for this position is $19.00 per hour. In addition to competitive pay, Port Jersey Logistics Network offers a robust benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k)-retirement plan, and paid time off.

Port Jersey Logistics Network provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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