Warehouse Associate
- Cranford, NJ, United States
$18 to $19 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $18 to $19 USD / hour
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Title: Warehouse Production AssociateJob DescriptionThe Warehouse Production Associate supports a fast-paced food production and fulfillment operation by accurately picking, packing, and shipping customer orders, handling materials on the production line, and maintaining a clean and safe work area. This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to perform physical tasks for extended periods, and a commitment to following Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures in a temperature-controlled facility with food allergens.
Responsibilities
- Handle materials in production areas using tools such as scoops and scales to support the production line.
- Pick, pack, and ship customer orders accurately using scanners, computers, and printers.
- Work on packing and packaging lines to ensure products are properly prepared for shipment.
- Perform order picking and general warehouse duties to support daily operations.
- Maintain good housekeeping in all work areas to ensure a clean, organized, and safe environment.
- Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) within a food production environment.
- Operate equipment as necessary, including tasks associated with heavy lifting roles when required.
- Handle food products safely and consistently in accordance with food handling guidelines.
- Collaborate with peers and supervisors, communicating respectfully and professionally to complete tasks.
- Complete assigned work with a strong sense of urgency, meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support production, warehouse, and material handling activities.
Essential Skills
- Experience working on production lines, packaging lines, or in food handling environments.
- Background in warehouse operations, production, material handling, and order picking.
- Ability to complete physical work and lift up to 25 lbs regularly and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand and walk on average 10 hours at a time, including pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, and reaching.
- Capability to work in a facility that contains various food allergens, including nuts.
- Strong sense of urgency to complete work accurately and on time.
- Extremely detail-oriented, with a focus on accuracy in picking, packing, and shipping.
- Excellent work ethic, consistently on time, dependable, and highly reliable.
- Ability to communicate respectfully, effectively, and professionally with peers and managers.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Comfort using basic warehouse and production tools such as scoops, scales, scanners, computers, and printers.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, including GMPs and SOPs.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain good housekeeping and adhere to cleanliness standards in a production environment.
- Experience in food handling or food production settings is a plus.
- Willingness to perform a variety of tasks and take on other duties as assigned to support team needs.
Why Work Here?Employees enjoy a casual and relaxed work environment where jeans and sneakers are welcome, along with a phenomenal employee discount that adds value beyond the hourly role. Temporary team members are eligible for paid sick leave in accordance with New Jersey Earned Sick Leave provisions, supporting health and well-being. The culture emphasizes reliability, respect, and teamwork, creating a supportive atmosphere for individuals who take pride in their work and appreciate clear expectations. Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a temperature-controlled food production and warehouse facility that handles various allergens, including nuts. Team members work in casual attire, and jeans and other comfortable clothing are acceptable. The environment involves extended periods of standing and walking, along with physical movements such as pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, and reaching. Work is organized in defined shifts, including SunWed 7:00 AM5:30 PM, WedSat 7:00 AM5:30 PM, and MonFri 5:30 PM2:00 AM, with multiple openings on each shift. Standard warehouse and production tools such as scoops, scales, scanners, computers, and printers are used regularly, and cleanliness and adherence to GMPs and SOPs are expected at all times. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Cranford, NJ. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Cranford, NJ. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Cranford,NJ.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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Skills
- Attention to detail
- Good manufacturing practices
- Packaging
- Order picking
- Housekeeping
- Food engineering
- Heavy lifting
- Food materials
- Food handling
- Material handling
- Warehouse operations
- Teamwork