Seasonal - Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift - Union, NJ

About the role

Seasonal opportunity: busy season runs from October 25 through December 31, 2026. Employees should expect a fast‑paced work environment and required overtime based on operational needs. The warehouse associate will load and unload delivery vehicles (both outgoing and incoming), select products from the warehouse, load and secure goods to pallets, move inventory to the delivery area, load merchandise, unload stock from delivery vehicles, transport it to and store it in designated warehouse positions. Keeping the work environment clean and tidy and complying with all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures is required. Success depends on the ability to follow instructions and work in an orderly manner. Preferred applicants are hard‑working, focused and have outstanding problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring cleanliness, tidiness, and safety of the work environment.
• Loading and unloading delivery vehicles.
• Accepting delivery of inventory.
• Counting and confirming inventory.
• Inspecting inventory for damage and faults.
• Communicating errors with relevant parties.
• Marking and labeling stock.
• Storing inventory in an accessible manner.
• Loading and wrapping stock on pallets.
• Building loads with forklift and electronic pallet jack.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Work experience as a general laborer, preferably in a refrigerated warehouse.
• Ability to operate a forklift proficiently.
• Strong people skills.
• Good moral character.
• Willingness to work in a cold climate of 35º.
• Ability to lift 49 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation and stand/walk for up to 8 hours per shift.
• Able to frequently push, pull, bend, squat, and reach.
• Physically strong, agile, and dexterous; undeterred by heights and adverse climatic conditions.
• Positive work history and ability to maintain solid attendance.
• Available to work extended hours as needed.
• Proficiency in both English and Spanish is a plus.
• Ability to operate a forklift, reach truck, and electric pallet jack safely as required.
• Available to work a night shift.

Schedule

• Night shift availability required.
• Extended hours may be required based on operational needs.