Warehouse Assistant

Overview Join our growing team as a Warehouse Assistant and become a vital part of our fast-paced logistics operation! In this energetic role, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth data entry of shipping, handling, and order management of our products within our warehouse environment. Your proactive approach will help us maintain efficient shipping, receiving, and inventory processes, supporting our commitment to timely deliveries and exceptional service. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in warehouse distribution, data entry, and receiving while working in a collaborative and safety-focused environment. It is mostly clerical work with some on the warehouse physical work every now and then as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage daily communication through phone and email, including proficient use of Microsoft Outlook. Navigate and utilize internal company software to support order tracking and shipment coordination. Create and process shipping labels using carriers such as FedEx and UPS. Coordinate and schedule LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) shipments as needed. Maintain accurate and organized documentation, ensuring all warehouse checkpoints and verifications are completed prior to submitting paperwork to the office. Provide hands-on support in warehouse operations when required. Delegate tasks to warehouse staff and follow up to ensure timely and accurate completion. Work closely with the Warehouse Manager and Assistant Warehouse Manager to support daily operations and workflow efficiency. Assist with order picking, as needed, to accurately fulfill customer orders. Manage shipping and receiving processes by verifying inbound and outbound shipments for accuracy and condition. Conduct materials handling tasks including some heavy lifting and organizing inventory efficiently, as needed . Support warehouse management system (WMS) updates to track inventory levels and location data accurately. Collaborate with team members to ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a clean, organized workspace. •We need someone who is reliable and can be on time with minimal outside distractions Skills Proven experience in warehouse distribution, order picking, or related logistics roles. Certification or experience operating forklifts, cranes, clamp trucks, pallet jacks, and other heavy equipment area plus but not required . Knowledge of OSHA safety standards related to warehouse operations. Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and efficiently during daily tasks. Experience in shipping & receiving processes, including load & unload procedures.

Pay:

$22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Application Question(s): Do you have experience with tracking, receiving, and shipping software? We will train you in our system.

Experience:

Data entry: 2 years (Required) Order entry: 2 years (Required)

Location:

Newark, NJ 07114 (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person