Warehouse Operator

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