Cherry Picker Forklift Operator

PeopleShare has an opening for a Cherry Picker Forklift Operator in Burlington, NJ. Candidates must have 1 year of recent experience operating a Cherry Picker Forklift within a warehouse environment.

Title: Cherry Picker Forklift Operator
Location: Burlington, NJ 08016
Duration: 3 month contract-to-hire
Pay Rate: $21.50/hr

Shift: 3rd (overnight), Sunday-Thursday, 10:30 PM -7:00 AM

Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a Cherry Picker to lift, stack, pull, and replenish products from various heights.
• Count and verify product orders, documenting damages or shortages as needed.
• Transport materials throughout the warehouse, maneuvering through narrow aisles and stacking items in designated locations.
• Perform pre- and post-operational inspections of equipment; follow all safety guidelines and wear required PPE.
• Report unsafe conditions, damaged products, or procedural issues to management.
• Collaborate with warehouse team members to maintain accurate inventory and ensure timely, correct order fulfillment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace by removing debris and properly disposing of materials.
• Assist with other warehouse tasks such as picking, packing, and inventory counts when needed.

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year of RECENT Cherry Picker Forklift (Order Picker) PIT experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience using warehouse scan guns
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
• Problem-solving skills and a safety-first mindset.
• WMS experience preferred.
• Must have safety shoes/boots - steel toe, nano, or composite.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, walking, bending, and squatting for extended periods.
• Frequent lifting up to 25 lbs; occasional lifting up to 70 lbs.
• Repetitive pushing and pulling motions.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment with varying conditions.