Job Description
RLS is a nationally recognized 3PL cold chain solutions provider. We offer warehousing, transportation, and fulfillment services to the frozen and refrigerated food industry. Founded in 1968, we’re a family-owned company that is growing rapidly and looking for energetic, hardworking individuals to join our team.
“Here at RLS, we are excited about the direction our company is headed, and the main reason is because of our team members. RLS does not make a product, we provide a service, and the level at which we are able to provide those services is a direct reflection of the strength of our team. Our customers are able to concentrate on what they do best and trust us to do what we do best. The dedication and innovation our team brings to work every day is what makes us different.” – Russell Leo
The Job: What you will be doing as a High Reach Forklift Operator, Cold Storage (Weekend Shift): As a member of RLS Logistics, we give you the tools, training, and support you need to become a cold chain expert. Our company's core purpose is to realize the American Dream so that our team members and their families achieve success and prosperity.
Key Facts: - Have industry experience? Work with the best in the business!
- Team members gain exposure to multiple areas of the supply chain through collaboration with our other business units.
- Shift: Friday - Sunday, 7am - 8pm
- Generous pay structure. Pay Progression - $22.39/hr. - $24.88/hr. DOE
- Work in a collaborative team environment.
- Work in a resilient and recession-proof industry.
Core Responsibilities: Forklift Operators are a key component in our customers' experience to ensure their products are safely and accurately received, picked, and relocated so the product can be shipped out properly following our company standard operating procedures (SOPs). All operators at our Newfield, NJ warehouse use a forklift or other powered industrial truck.
Day in the Life for a Forklift Operator: - Responsible for counting freight received and shipped.
- Verify counts compared to drivers' BOLs by item.
- Identify and reconcile count variances by making notes on driver bills and obtaining signature.
- Prepare over, short, and damage reports as required.
- Attain predetermined performance metrics as outlined by the Warehouse Manager.
- Select and stage outbound products in preparation for shipment.
- Pallet wrapping is a significant part of the job; the selected team member responsible for containers will wrap all pallets as they get lumped.
- Enjoy the cold? Our work environment is 0 to 36 degrees.
Apply if you are: - Energetic, driven, and self-motivated.
- Have a competitive nature.
- A collaborative team player who can not only achieve your goals but can make your presence and support felt throughout the team.
- Ambitious and think BIG.
- Persistent and put in the effort even on difficult days.
- Smart but recognize there is always room for improvement and welcome constructive criticism.
Must-Have Requirements: - Be humble, stay hungry, and live smart.
- Can lift 50 lbs or more.
Perks & Benefits: - Healthcare, Dental, and Mental Health programs.
- PTO.
- Volunteer PTO.
- 401k with company match.
- Tuition Reimbursement Program.
- Team member recognition awards.
- Continuous industry learning and certification opportunities.
RLS is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the description, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Reports to and Direct Reports: - This position reports to the Lead Warehouse Team Member or Warehouse Supervisor, Cold Storage, and has 0 direct reports.
EOE
Job Tags
Full time, Relocation, Shift work, Weekend work, Sunday,