Order Selector, 1st Shift

Order Selector

Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories.

Simon & Schuster is seeking dependable, detail-oriented Order Selectors, for both full case and split case roles to join the first-shift team at our Riverside, NJ Distribution Center. This position is responsible for accurately selecting full cases and split cases of books to fulfill customer orders while meeting established safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Pick full cases of books according to order labels and picking instructions.
• Use an RF scanner to confirm product locations, quantities, and inventory movements.
• Verify that selected products and quantities match order requirements.
• Safely move and stage completed orders in designated areas for shipping.
• Identify and report inventory discrepancies, damaged products, or picking issues.
• Follow standard operating procedures and meet established picking accuracy and productivity goals.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all warehouse safety requirements.
• Assist with other warehouse duties as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous warehouse or order-picking experience preferred.
• Experience using an RF scanner preferred.
• Ability to lift and move cases weighing up to 50 pounds and perform frequent standing, walking, reaching, bending, and twisting throughout the shift.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow picking instructions accurately.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to safe work practices and proper product handling.
• Availability to work overtime as needed.

Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression), age, citizenship status, marital status, and veteran status where protected by law or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals in accordance with applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Unrelated emails, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.

Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.