Paterson
Job DescriptionJob Title: Picker Job Description The Picker operates pallet jacks and other material handling equipment to move materials and finished goods throughout a warehouse and food production environment. This role pulls materials based on work orders, delivers them to production lines, stages completed pallets for shipping, and returns unused materials to inventory locations. The Picker helps maintain accurate inventory by verifying product codes, lot numbers, expiration dates, and quantities, and by recording all inventory movements in the system. Responsibilities • Operate pallet jacks and other material handling equipment to move materials and finished goods safely throughout the warehouse and production floor., • Use work orders to collect and pull required materials from designated inventory locations., • Deliver materials to production machines and workstations in a timely and accurate manner., • Stage finished goods pallets in designated areas for shipping and outbound logistics., • Return unused materials to appropriate warehouse locations and ensure proper storage., • Pack food products on an assembly line according to established quality and safety standards., • Label packages with accurate weight, product information, and other required details., • Identify and pull defective or nonconforming products from the production line., • Stock workstations with necessary materials to support continuous production flow., • Document all inventory movements in the inventory or warehouse management system., • Verify product and material details, including lot codes, expiration dates, quantities, and item numbers, to maintain inventory accuracy., • Use RF scanners or RF scan guns to perform picking, inventory checks, and material tracking., • Support general production and material handling tasks as needed in a fast-paced environment., • Follow all safety, quality, and food handling procedures while operating equipment and performing daily tasks.Essential Skills, • Experience operating pallet jacks and electric pallet jacks in a warehouse or production environment., • Proficiency with picking and order picking processes in a warehouse or manufacturing setting., • Ability to use RF scanners or RF scan guns for picking, inventory tracking, and material handling., • Basic inventory and material handling knowledge, including verifying lot codes, expiration dates, and quantities., • Ability to pack and handle food products on an assembly line while following quality and safety standards., • Capability to stand for 8–10+ hour shifts., • Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds on a regular basis., • Strong attention to detail when labeling packages and verifying product information., • Ability to work effectively in a physically active, fast-paced environment.Additional Skills & Qualifications, • High school diploma., • Valid Material Handling Equipment (MHE) license., • 1–2 years of forklift or warehouse manufacturing experience preferred., • Experience working in a food manufacturing or food packaging environment is a plus., • Comfort working with sit-down and stand-up equipment in a warehouse setting., • Strong reliability and willingness to work a consistent second weekend shift schedule.Why Work Here? Join a growing premium healthy snack manufacturer that focuses on wellness, sustainability, and quality ingredients. You will contribute to products that support a healthier lifestyle while working in a stable, long-term role within a company that values responsible sourcing and high production standards. The environment offers the opportunity to build hands-on skills in warehouse operations and food manufacturing while being part of a team dedicated to producing better-for-you products. Work Environment This role is based in a warehouse and food manufacturing facility with a focus on forklift and material movement activities. The position follows a 2nd weekend shift schedule from 5:00 PM to 1:30 AM, Thursday through Monday. The environment has moderate noise and temperature levels and is physically active and fast-paced, requiring frequent standing, lifting, and operation of material handling equipment for extended periods. You will regularly work around production lines, pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment in a setting that emphasizes safe handling of food products and adherence to established procedures. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Totowa, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision, • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital, • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available, • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents), • Short and long-term disability, • Health Spending Account (HSA), • Transportation benefits, • Employee Assistance Program About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Company DescriptionWe know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.