Warehouse Worker jobs in Newark, NJ

WAREHOUSE WORKER (Union)
Manufacturers Reserve Supply is a wholesale distributor located in northern New Jersey. We specialize in selling high-end building materials to retail business operations. Serving the industry for over 90 years, integrity and reputation have been paramount to this company.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Verify order accuracy by matching pulled product against pick tickets

Band and shrink wrap products using hand-held banders, wood blocks, and automatic pallet wrap machines

Pull small orders using a hand truck or pushcart

Keep warehouse clean and neat (sweeping, empty cans, pick up debris, etc.)

Assist with shipping orders which may include pulling, boxing for shipment, creating labels using a computer

Shipping Fedex and UPS knowledge a plus

Inventory and cycle counts

Perform various other duties and special projects as assigned

Use of table top chop saw to cut wooden blocks and pallets

40-hour work week Monday-Friday (OT during peak season)

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Must have a minimum of 1 year within a warehouse environment

Must be dependable and on time

Must be able to communicate and read and write in English

Must be willing to work overtime and some Saturdays during busy season

Must be self-motivated, be able to work independently, be trustworthy and have good communication skills

Demonstrate strong commitment to safety and quality

Excellent organizational and time-management skills and a keen eye for detail

Communicate and work effectively with other team members

Adhere to all Company policies and procedures

Present a professional image at all times

High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education, training and experience

UPS Worldship and Fedex experience a plus

Pre-employment requirements: personality assessment, drug test, background check and reference check are performed at a cost to the company

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, touch and use tools, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, bend, stoop, twist, lift, reach, push, pull, grasp, balance, kneel, crouch, crawl, grasp, see, talk, hear and walk during the course of employment

Must be able to regularly lift/move up to 50 lbs.
Must have a good sense of balance; good hand-eye coordination; be able to assess weights and judge distances and heights
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Must be able to work in varying temperatures, depending upon season

Benefits:
We are a union house with great benefits
Overtime is paid after working 8 hours daily.
Paid time off and company holidays
Promote within
Bonuses
Friendly team environment
Union medical and dental – employee only coverage paid by employer.
Annuity plan
Special programs for Team: Ice cream truck weekly visits, special events and programs.