Job Description
Warehouse Operator
Location: Edgewater Park, NJ
Pay Range: $$20-$23 an hour
Overview
We are seeking a Warehouse Operator to support daily warehouse operations and act as a floor leader-in-training . This role performs hands-on warehouse work while helping guide associates, maintain workflow accuracy, and support safety and productivity standards. The Warehouse Operator is not a people manager , but is expected to demonstrate leadership, reliability, and problem-solving skills.
This role is ideal for experienced warehouse associates ready to take the next step toward a Team Lead or Supervisor position .
Key Responsibilities
Operations
- Perform daily warehouse tasks including:
- Receiving, putaway, picking, packing, shipping, and loading/unloading
- Operate warehouse equipment (pallet jack, forklift, reach truck) as certified
- Follow SOPs, WMS instructions, and client requirements
- Ensure order accuracy and meet productivity targets
Floor Support & Leadership
- Support Team Leads/Supervisors in managing daily floor operations
- Assist with:
- Assigning tasks and work zones
- Training new hires and coaching associates on SOPs
- Monitoring workflow and flagging delays or issues
- Act as point-of-contact when supervisors are off the floor
Quality & Safety
- Ensure compliance with safety rules and warehouse policies
- Identify and report safety risks, damaged goods, or process gaps
- Maintain cleanliness and organization (5S standards)
- Support cycle counts and inventory accuracy
Communication & Reporting
- Communicate operational issues clearly to leadership
- Assist with basic reporting (attendance, productivity, exceptions)
- Help ensure shift handoffs are accurate and complete
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly rate: $20 - $23
- Overtime opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Growth and promotion opportunities within operations