We are looking for a seasonal Picking Driver (Cherry Picker) responsible to ensure an accurate and timely course of products. The cherry picker is a lift-assist device that raises the operator up to 30 feet in the air to access product locations throughout the warehouse. The role requires comfort with heights and strong attention to detail.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely operate a cherry picker (order picker lift) to access inventory located at various height levels throughout the warehouse (up to 30 feet).
• Utilize advanced technology, including devices equipped with scanning capabilities, to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of order picking.
• Execute accurate and timely order picking based on pick lists, ensuring the correct quantity and product are selected.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures while operating the order picker, ensuring a safe working environment for yourself and others.
• Perform routine maintenance checks on the order picker and report any malfunctions or issues.
• Ensure the quality of picked and transported materials, reporting any damaged goods or discrepancies to the appropriate personnel.
• Collaborate with other team members, supervisors, and management to ensure effective communication and coordination of warehouse activities.
• Meet and exceed Unit Per Hour (UPH) targets for each picking channel, ensuring productivity goals are consistently achieved.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures while operating the order picker, ensuring a safe working environment for yourself and others.
• Maintain an organized and clean picking area.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred
• Proven experience as an order picker or other warehouse position
• Experience or license in handling order pickers, forklifts, pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment
• Experience in RF devices
• Ability to perform basic math functions.
• Great attention to detail
• Diligent and punctual
• Aligned with Bergen’s How We Work Together Principles including: investing in People Development, creating a Safe Environment, treating others with Respect, being able to work as part of a Team, having Trust in others, having Passion for our work and clients, having good Communication skills and having high Accountability for oneself and others.

Physical Requirements

• Work regularly to lift and/or move objects 10-30 lbs; occasionally, with team support, lift and/or move objects greater than 30 lbs.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time including stair climbing
• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting and kneeling are required to retrieve and stock products at various heights.
• May be required to climb ladders or stairs to access products stored on higher shelves.
• Is comfortable navigating heights in an order picker (cherry picker) machine.
• Capable of performing repetitive tasks, such as packing, sorting, or labeling, with efficiency and attention to detail. 
• Must be able to tolerate fluctuations in facility temperatures
• Must be able to tolerate an occasional high noise volume environment that includes speakers, fans, moving racks and conveyor belts.

Benefits

The expected hourly rate for this position is $17.92/hr - $18.92/hr

 If the assignment is extended for more than 90 days, you would become eligible for partial benefits (for example, NJ sick time).

*Bergen Logistics, in good faith, has assessed this posted range of compensation as the accurate range for this role and location at the time of this posting. Bergen Logistics may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range depending on candidate qualifications. This range may be modified in the future.

*We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.