Warehouse Associate / Forklift Operator

Swedesboro, NJ Branch Location
2145 Center Square Rd. Swedesboro, NJ 08085

Work Hours for this job opening: Monday - Friday 10am to 6:30pm 

Peirce-Phelps has been proudly serving our communities since 1926. We are a regional distributor of residential and commercial Carrier HVAC equipment, building/home automation and energy management systems. In addition, we stock all the parts and supplies required for installation and repair.  With eighteen branches servicing the tri state area, our corporate distribution center is located in Swedesboro NJ, and seeking qualified forklift operators.  These positions are fulltime with excellent salary, benefits and long-term growth opportunities.  

We strategically and carefully partner with high quality manufacturers that stand behind their products. Together, we create a solid bond that is long-term and provides consistency in quality products and services. This success can only be attributed to employing the best workforce in the industry, which you could be a part of!

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The warehouse forklift operator is responsible for processing outbound order fulfillment and inbound receiving processes at our corporate distribution center servicing our internal branch network. 
The candidate will accomplish these processes with wireless scanning and forklift devises. 
The candidate will be required to work any of the scheduled shifts once assigned for a period of at least one year based on seniority level.

1. Must Possess a High School diploma.
2. Must be proficient to perform basic mathematical addition /subtraction/ multiplication and division calculations.
3. Must Read, Speak and Write in English.
4. Must have the ability to lift up to 100 lbs.
5. Must possess 20/20 vision with correctable lenses.
6. Must be able to complete training and certification to operate:
   • Sit-down fork lift motor.
   • Sit-Down Clamp Truck Motor
   • Stand-up Reach Truck Motor.
   • Various safety-training curriculums to include Forklift Certification.
7. Must have the ability to operate and use a “hand-held scanning devise” to process items in and out of storage daily.
8. Must have the ability to be trained to operate and use a “Personal Computer” and specific “warehouse management software” used in the processing of items in and out of storage.
9. Must be able to complete training and certification to operate UPS shipping equipment.
10. Must possess the ability to work in extreme hot and or, cold temperatures.
11. Must have the ability to work any of the following shifts:
    • 5:00AM / 1:30 PM Monday thru Friday
    • 8:00AM / 4:30 PM Monday thru Friday.
    • 10:00AM / 6:30 PM Monday thru Friday.

12. Must be available to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime hours as needed during increased business volumes.
13. Must possess the ability to stand for long periods greater than two (2) hours.
14. Must possess the ability to sit for long periods greater than two (2) hours.
15. Must possess the physical dexterity to bend front, back and sideways.
    • Perform “inventory” product cycle counts.
    • Wait on Customers - “Will Call.”
    • Sweep Floors.

16. Must submit to and pass the following:
    • Drug Screening.
    • Criminal Background Check.
    • Motor Vehicle Check.