American President Lines is hiring: Forklift Operator in East Rutherford

Overview

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers around the world. Present in 170+ countries with more than 110,000 employees across 1,500 sites, we are a Top 5 global 3PL. We believe our employees are key to our success and seek to engage a diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. We offer a dynamic work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement. "DARE TO GROW" with CEVA Logistics as we shape the future of global logistics.

Pay Range: $17.61-22.01

Location: East Rutherford, NJ, US

Your Role

Are you known for your equipment operation skills and passionate about warehouse logistics and organization? Do you enjoy working in a clean and efficient warehouse environment? If so, you will execute essential operational processes and contribute to delivering results in a safe and efficient warehouse operation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers at all times; work collaboratively, provide timely communication and instruction, and assist with operations as necessary.
• Execute various manual labor functions such as picking inventory, counting cargo, product and material, and hand staging and loading goods; use manual equipment such as hand trucks or pallet jacks; operate hand tools to close/open bales, build or tear down crates, and other containers or materials; packaging can be advanced or non-standard.
• Coordinate receipt, storage, and distribution of materials, tools, equipment, and products within the assigned area; prepare and assemble orders, move materials from receiving or production areas to storage or other areas.
• Manage sorting and placement of materials on racks, shelves, pallets or in bins according to predetermined characteristics; may involve multiple cells or operations and require full training.
• Potential opportunity to serve as a lead operator in less complex, smaller teams or standard operations; assist with training and providing basic work instructions to new hires or transfers.
• Operate a forklift when required and fully trained; may not perform the most complex, heavy, or oversized transports.
• Complete or verify forms, documents, labels, and other information to ensure inventory accuracy and successful receiving or delivery of goods; involves knowledge of several operations or varied goods and services.
• Identify potential operational or service concerns, notify appropriate colleagues, and assist with resolution. Monitor warehouse maintenance tasks, including sweeping floors, cleaning docks, proper equipment storage, basic preventative maintenance, and related tasks.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED; typically at least two years of warehousing or related logistics experience, or successful completion of a rotation program.
• Credentials: Forklift Certification typically required in most operations within 3 to 6 months of hire; valid state driver’s license preferred.
• Skills: Ability to operate hand and power tools (hand trucks, pallet jacks) and basic proficiency in internet/web-based and job-specific software; ability to become forklift certified when required.
• Characteristics: Responds promptly and professionally to customer needs; works well in a team environment; able to read, comprehend, and complete basic checklists and forms.

What We Have to Offer

We foster a culture of recognition and provide opportunities for growth and development. Our benefits package focuses on wellbeing and includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance, and an employee benefits platform with discounts on gym memberships and a range of brands, including pet insurance.

We operate as a team and support each other to achieve our goals.

About Tomorrow

We value your professional and personal growth and offer plentiful career opportunities within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us, with opportunities to stay in the same job family or explore new paths within sales or supply chain.

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CEVA Logistics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic.

Please note: Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication through recognized professional networks or official company email addresses. We recommend caution with unsolicited propositions from unfamiliar contacts. Information provided is true and accurate; false statements will result in application voided.

Benefits (selected)

Outstanding benefits for employee and family including multiple health plans (company contribution to health savings account), prescription, dental and vision coverage. Company-paid life and disability insurance, EAP. Voluntary benefits including additional life, AD&D, critical illness, legal plan. 401(k) with company match. Flexible Paid Time Off, company holidays, and tuition reimbursement.