Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator

Warehouse Associate

Avalon Flooring
Ocean Township, NJ

Why work at Avalon Flooring?

• Safe and clean climate controlled work environment
• Room for career development and advancement
• $18.00 per hour, paid bi-weekly with an increase after 6 months
• Benefits effective 1st of the month after only 30 days employment
• Consistent hours to support work/life balance
• Employee focused workplace

Compensation and Benefits: The benefits and perks you’ll receive as an important member of our team:

• 40 hours per week/5 days - Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm with alternating Saturdays
• $18.00 per hour with occasional overtime available
• 15 days of Paid Time Off to support you in having an active life outside of work
• On the job training to ensure you're well equipped to succeed
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance – with no annual deductible for in-network providers, to ensure you and your family don’t face additional expenses
• 401(k) with match to help you invest in your future
• Shares in our company through our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to help you pay for medical expenses tax free

Core Responsibilities: here’s what you can expect in your role:

• Receive material from our suppliers, ensure it’s the right product and properly document its arrival in our warehouse.
• Work with our Operations Manager to organize our products within the warehouse on the appropriate racks so it is stored in the most efficient way. This helps us be more effective in fulfilling customer orders.
• Based on pick tickets, pull and organize material that needs to be transferred to our satellite locations or is going to be picked up by our customers.
• Ensure that shipments are properly documented so our Purchasing Department can maintain the right levels of inventory.
• Operate a forklift/ stand-up reach lift to accomplish many of the tasks above (30% of your day).

Desired Experience and Qualifications:

• Ability to work 40 hours per week/5 days - Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm with alternating Saturdays
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record
• Forklift driving experience, certification preferred
• This position is fast-paced and can be physically demanding. Should have the ability to lift at least 80 lbs, be on your feet up to 8 hours per day and periodically work beyond the scheduled shift
• Ability to consistently meet productivity goals and standards following established warehouse procedures
• Help out with general building maintenance to ensure we maintain a clean warehouse
• Basic math and comprehension skills
• Operations experience
• Computer experience
• A sense of urgency and strong work ethic
• A friendly team-focused approach
• Good communication and listening skills to develop trusting relationships with co-workers
• The ability to stay positive and calm in a fast-paced environment

All warehouse positions are safety-sensitive and are subject to random drug testing for illegal substances.

All offers of employment are contingent upon clean background check.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Warehouse experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Forklift: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location