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1st Shift Forklift Operator

Simon \u0026 Schuster
Riverside, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 3/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2026

Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.

 

 

Simon & Schuster is currently seeking a 1st Shift Forklift Operator to join our Distribution Center in Riverside, NJ. This position will assist with empty pallet sortation and loading on truck among other duties.

Duties:

  • Assist with empty pallet sortation and loading on trucks
  • Consolidation inventory in reserve locations
  • Pick full pallet kills and full pallet transfers
  • Assist with special warehouse projects outside the job scope
  • Any and all other duties required by facility workload
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma
  • Ability to operate Selector/Reach/Pacer/Drexel/Turret
  • Ability to operate RF Scanner
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs.
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to abide by all Company Business Standards
  • Ability to abide by all Safety Rules, policies and procedures
  • Overtime as needed

Scheduled Work Hours: Monday- Friday 7am-3pm

Location: Riverside, NJ

Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success. 
 

Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof. 

Salary : $19

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