Full Time - Selector - 1st Shift - Union, NJ

Warehouse Associate

Fortune East is seeking an energetic warehouse worker to receive and dispatch merchandise to and from our warehouse. The warehouse associate will load and unload outgoing and incoming delivery vehicles. You will select products from the warehouse, load, and secure goods to pallets, move inventory to delivery area, and load merchandise. You will unload stock from delivery vehicles, and transport to and store in designated warehouse positions. You will always keep your work environment clean and tidy, and comply with all relevant safety rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

To ensure success you need the ability to follow instructions and operate in an orderly manner. Preferred applicants are hard-working, focused and have outstanding problem-solving skills.

Schedule:

7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (hours may vary) - $17.75

Warehouse Associate Responsibilities:

• Ensuring cleanliness, tidiness, and safety of work environment.
• Loading and unloading delivery vehicles.
• Accepting delivery of inventory.
• Counting and confirming inventory.
• Inspecting inventory for damage and faults.
• Communicating errors to relevant parties.
• Marking and labeling stock.
• Storing inventory in accessible manner.
• Loading and wrapping stock on pallets.
• Building loads with forklift and electronic pallet jack.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Warehouse Associate Position Requirements:

• 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Work experience as general laborer, preferably in a refrigerated warehouse.
• Ability to operate forklift proficiently.
• Completion of background investigation and drug screening.
• Strong people skills.
• Good moral character.
• Physically strong, agile, and dexterous, and undeterred by heights and adverse climatic conditions.
• Positive work history and ability to maintain solid attendance.
• Available to work extended hours as needed.
• Ability to operate a forklift, reach truck and electric pallet jack safely as required.

Company:

D'Artagnan is part of Fortune Fish & Gourmet, the country's leading processor, distributor and importer of quality seafood, meats, and gourmet products. D'Artagnan, headquartered in Union, New Jersey, was founded in 1985 and is now the leading brand in the country, specializing in sustainably raised meats, poultry, game, charcuterie, truffles, and mushrooms. D'Artagnan is dedicated to natural, sustainable, and humane production and products. Over the years, D'Artagnan has built relationships and partnerships with farmers and ranchers who share the same philosophy and believe in free-range, preservative-free, and organic products.

With over $170M in revenue and a team of 260 employees, it is a hugely successful and well-recognized enterprise. D'Artagnan is organized around three distinct business lines: Food Services (Hotels, restaurants, etc.), Retail, and Online; each business line having a specific business model. D'Artagnan sells products in all 50 states and buys products all over the world. D'Artagnan has established an outstanding reputation over the years, built on a simple yet key principle: to provide its clients with the highest quality. For decades now, it has been acclaimed by the industry and customers all over the country and is recognized as a world-class company by many world-class chefs. In addition, the D'Artagnan website continues to grow in popularity and reach serving as a trusted destination for home cooks across America looking for the best tasting, restaurant-quality ingredients and specialty food products.

We seek employees who are passionate -- with a burning entrepreneurial and team spirit to join our growing company.

Local candidates only, no relocation support. Direct applications only; no third-party agencies.

Fortune Fish & Gourmet is an equal opportunity employer. Our mission is to elevate meals and lives by uniting unmatched product quality and selection with responsible sourcing, faithful stewardship, and unparalleled commitment to our customers' and team members' success. Our vision is a world in which we can all: Do good. Be great. Scale excellence.