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Working at Maersk

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Join Maersk Warehousing and Distribution as a Forklift Operator in Elizabeth, NJ. This is a full-time, 2nd shift position offering $21.50 per hour plus a company match 401(k), medical benefits, and paid time off. You will safely operate warehouse equipment, handle materials, and assist with loading and unloading freight.

Requirements

  • Forklift experience required.
  • Experience using an RF scan gun required.
  • Ability to lift 50+ lbs unassisted.
  • Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
  • 1 year of previous warehouse experience preferred.
  • Previous forklift certifications preferred.

Skills & Responsibilities

  • Forklift operation: Safely operate forklifts, reach trucks, and pallet jacks to load, unload, and move materials.
  • RF scanning: Utilize RF scan guns for accurate picking, packing, scanning, and kitting of products.
  • Inventory control: Identify and annotate overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D) against manifests.
  • Safety compliance: Ensure a safe work environment following TSA and OSHA guidelines, maintaining clean work areas.
  • Potential transition routes: People from general logistics, material handler, or stocker roles may bring strong inventory and equipment handling skills, alongside meeting physical requirements.

Job description

About Us:

As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us!

If you are seeking to be a part of a family, this is the place for you!

Maersk Warehousing and Distribution USA LLC handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process. Our integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks, so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across different sectors, industries, and transportation modes, means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.

We are hiring a Forklift Operator, must have Forklift experience.

3rd shifts available as well.

The Forklift Operator is in charge of loading & unloading materials utilizing a hand truck, reach truck, or forklift. They are to maintain a clean and safe work environment and identify any discrepancies in receiving loads against manifest.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Utilizing manifest to pull route, stage freight, and assist Drivers in loading and unloading trucks

  • Forklift experience

  • Material handling may include one or more of the following: picking, packing, scanning, kitting (as applicable), counting products, and other like duties must ensure timeliness, packaging, and systems work is completed accurately.

  • Identifying and annotating overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D)

  • Safely operate warehouse equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.

  • Read and follow detailed and defined instructions in a fast-paced environment.

  • Ensure a safe and secure work environment, including all TSA and OSHA guidelines.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

  • Must be able to use forklifts, pallet jacks, and banding/shrink-wrap material

  • Experience using an RF scan gun is required

  • Previous forklift certifications preferred

  • Must be able to work overtime as needed, occasional weekends

  • Must be able to read and comprehend work instructions well

  • Must have the ability to work well with others

  • High attention to detail required

  • Must have the ability to work well with others with little supervision

  • Must be able to lift 50+ lbs. unassisted

  • Must be able to speak, read, and write in English

EXPERIENCE:

  • Previous warehouse experience preferred - 1 years experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • This position requires standing and walking for extended periods of time. Position requires employees to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, use hands, reach, bend and lift objects above their head. Employees must be able to regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds unassisted and use pallet jacks and forklifts.

COMPANY BENEFITS:

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • 401k + Company Match

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Paid Time Off

  • Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)

  • And more!

Shifts:

  • Monday, Tuesday Wednesday Friday- 2:00pm-10:00pm
    Sundays- 8:00am-4:30pm

  • ONE weekday and SATURDAYS OFF.

Pay Salary:

$21.50 per hour

Bonus Eligible Position

*The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws. .

#Indeed

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing accommodationrequests@maersk.com.

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Maersk

Forklift Operator - 2nd shift -Elizabeth, NJ

Elizabeth, New Jersey
On-site
$21.50 / hour

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