Job Title: Warehouse Worker Job Description
The Warehouse Worker plays a key role in supporting daily shipping, receiving, and inventory activities within a food production and distribution environment. This position focuses on safely loading outbound freight, coordinating inbound and outbound trucks, maintaining accurate warehouse records, and upholding strict food safety and GMP standards.
Responsibilities
Load outbound freight accurately and safely according to established load plans and proper loading patterns.
Direct inbound and outbound trucks in the yard, coordinating trailer dispatching and gate movements to ensure efficient flow of traffic.
Ensure proper docking procedures, including wheel chocking and correct trailer positioning, to maintain a safe loading and unloading environment.
Inspect trucks for food safety compliance, performing sanitary checks and using systems such as Safety Chain to verify standards.
Record shipments and movements in the Warehouse Management System (WMS) using scanners and other tracking tools.
Prepare shipments for distribution locations and customers, including packing, picking, and staging of orders.
Identify and report damages, shortages, and discrepancies in freight and inventory to maintain high inventory accuracy.
Support inventory counts, cycle counts, and reconciliation activities to ensure accurate stock levels.
Maintain warehouse organization and cleanliness, keeping aisles, docks, and storage areas neat and compliant with GMP requirements.
Perform equipment safety checks on forklifts, pallet jacks, and related material handling equipment before use.
Handle materials efficiently, including loading, unloading, and moving product within the warehouse and production areas.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and company safety policies at all times to protect products, coworkers, and equipment.
Work collaboratively with a supervisor-led team to meet shipping deadlines and operational goals.
Communicate clearly with team members and leadership regarding issues, delays, or safety concerns.
Use RF scanners and other warehouse technology to support picking, packing, loading, and inventory tasks.
Essential Skills
Minimum 3 years of forklift experience with current forklift certification, including safe operation in a warehouse or distribution setting.
Proficiency in shipping and receiving processes, including loading, unloading, and documentation of freight.
Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and scanner usage for recording outbound freight and inventory movements.
Strong materials handling skills, including safe lifting, stacking, and movement of product and pallets.
Knowledge of load planning and proper loading patterns to maximize trailer space and protect product during transit.
Ability to coordinate trailer dispatching, yard movements, and gate activities for inbound and outbound trucks.
Understanding of docking procedures, including wheel chocking and trailer positioning, to support safe operations.
Experience with inventory accuracy practices, including counts, shortage reporting, and damage identification.
Knowledge of food safety inspections and sanitary checks within a food manufacturing or GMP-regulated environment.
Ability to perform cycle counts, packing, picking, loading, and dispatch-related tasks with high attention to detail.
Capability to lift up to 80 pounds and perform physical labor such as standing, bending, and moving materials throughout the shift.
Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate documentation, labeling, and product handling.
Effective communication skills to share information, escalate issues, and collaborate with team members.
Problem-solving skills to address shipping, inventory, and equipment-related challenges in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated teamwork, dependability, and punctuality in prior roles.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent education.
Experience working in a food production or GMP-regulated environment, particularly with bakery or food products.
Familiarity with RF scanners and other warehouse technology for picking, packing, and inventory tasks.
Comfort working under the guidance of a supervisor while contributing proactively to team goals.
Strong sense of responsibility for safety, cleanliness, and product quality in a warehouse setting.
Why Work Here?
Join a stable warehouse operations environment where you gain hands-on logistics experience and exposure to food safety and GMP-regulated processes. Work within a team-oriented culture that values reliability, safety, and collaboration, and build practical skills in shipping, receiving, and inventory while contributing directly to the movement of quality food products.
Work Environment
This role is based in a warehouse and distribution center that supports a food production environment regulated by GMP standards. The work is fast-paced, focusing on shipping operations and coordination of freight in and out of the facility. You will regularly use forklifts, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other material handling equipment, and perform physical labor including lifting up to 80 pounds and standing for extended periods. The environment emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and adherence to food safety practices, with work carried out in a supervisor-led team setting where clear communication and cooperation are essential.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Clifton, NJ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Clifton,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.
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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