Machine Operator

Patterns Hiring
  • Carteret, NJ
    1 day ago

    Job Description

    We are seeking a reliable, safety-conscious Machine Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience operating forklifts, reach trucks, and cherry pickers in a warehouse or manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for safely moving materials, operating equipment, supporting production operations, and maintaining an organized work area.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Operate forklifts, reach trucks, and cherry pickers safely and efficiently.
    • Load, unload, transport, and properly position materials and products.
    • Move inventory and raw materials throughout the warehouse or production facility.
    • Operate machinery according to established procedures and safety guidelines.
    • Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
    • Assist with picking, staging, stocking, and inventory movement as needed.
    • Accurately handle and organize materials while preventing product or equipment damage.
    • Follow OSHA/company safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
    • Work closely with warehouse, production, and shipping/receiving teams.
    • Meet daily production and material-handling goals while maintaining quality and safety standards.

    Qualifications

    • Previous experience as a Machine Operator, Material Handler, Warehouse Associate, or Equipment Operator.
    • Experience operating forklifts, reach trucks, and cherry pickers.
    • Forklift certification preferred/required depending on facility requirements.
    • Ability to safely lift, move, and handle materials.
    • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
    • Strong attention to safety and detail.
    • Reliable attendance and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
    • Previous warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution experience preferred.

    You should be proficient in:

    • Forklift Licensed
    • cherry picker
    • reach truck

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationCarteret, NJ

    Skills

    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Distribution Servicesunmatched
    • Forkliftunmatched
    • Forklift Licenseunmatched
    • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Material Movingunmatched
    • OSHAunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Order Picking/Packingunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Product Positioningunmatched
    • Production Supportunmatched
    • Quality Managementunmatched
    • Safety Processunmatched
    • Safety Standardsunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Shipping/Receivingunmatched
    • Warehousingunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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