Reach Truck Operator

Reach Truck OperatorThis role offers the opportunity to work in a brand-new distribution warehouse, supporting the movement and handling of food and beverage ingredients. You operate reach trucks to load, unload, pick, and stage orders, while ensuring inventory accuracy and adherence to safety and quality standards. The position provides a strong pathway for growth and a chance to build long-term experience in material handling and warehouse operations.Shifts:1st: 7am to 3:30pm Mon-Fri paying $21/hr.2nd: 3:30pm to 12am Mon-Friday paying $22/hr.Responsibilities:Operate reach trucks safely and efficiently to move, load, and unload materials within the warehouse.Pick orders accurately based on pick tickets, including item number, size, quantity, and other specifications.Use RF scanning equipment to track inventory and verify the accuracy of picked and stored items.Manage pick ticket orders from start to finish, ensuring that all items are correctly pulled and documented.Pull warehouse items from shelves and storage locations according to established procedures and order requirements.Verify that all orders are accurate before staging, checking item counts, descriptions, and packaging.Stage items correctly for delivery and shipment, including palletizing, stacking, wrapping, and organizing loads.Read and interpret incoming order requests and related documentation to determine picking and staging needs.Adhere to company quality standards and customer service expectations in all picking, packing, and shipping activities.Pick, wrap, and stage orders for shipment in accordance with warehouse guidelines and shipping schedules.Inspect forklifts and other material handling equipment regularly and perform basic maintenance checks to ensure proper functioning.Identify, report, and help address safety hazards in the workplace to maintain a safe working environment.Consolidate partial pallets for incoming goods to optimize storage space and inventory organization.Follow OSHA regulations and company safety policies, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).Perform other warehouse and material handling duties as needed to support operations.Essential Skills:Minimum 1+ years of experience operating powered forklifts and other material-handling equipment.Proficiency in operating sit-down forklifts and reach trucks in a warehouse or distribution environment.Experience with loading, unloading, order picking, palletizing, stacking, and general material handling tasks.Ability to use RF scanning equipment to manage and verify inventory accurately.Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and commitment to following safety procedures.High regard for safety in the workplace, including consistent use of appropriate PPE.Proficient math skills for counting, verifying quantities, and checking orders.Detail-oriented approach to picking, staging, and verifying orders to ensure accuracy.Ability to read and interpret pick tickets and incoming order requests.Capability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodations.Additional Skills & Qualifications:Experience working in a distribution warehouse environment handling food and beverage ingredients.Comfort working around spices and coconut water, including tolerance for a noticeable spice smell in the facility.Familiarity with inventory processes such as consolidating partial pallets and organizing storage locations.Strong reliability and work ethic, with the ability to perform other duties as needed to support the team.Why Work Here?You work in a brand-new warehouse environment designed for efficiency and growth, with a clear opportunity to advance after the contract period. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k), supporting long-term financial and personal well-being. You become part of a culture that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement, providing a stable and supportive setting to build your career in distribution and material handling.Work Environment:The role is based in a brand-new distribution warehouse in Mickleton, NJ, handling packaged food and beverage ingredients such as spices and coconut water. Nothing is manufactured on-site, but there is a consistent spice smell in the facility, and you should be comfortable working in this environment. The building is not temperature controlled, so working conditions will vary with the seasons. The dress code requires steel-toe boots, work pants, and a top with long or short sleeves without graphics or writing; sweatshirts, hoods, and strings are not permitted. You must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and comply with all safety policies and requirements while working with reach trucks, and other material handling equipment.Job Type & Location:This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mickleton, NJ.Pay and Benefits:The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $22.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Application Deadline:This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2026.Workplace Type:This is a fully onsite position in Mickleton, NJ.