Warehouse Lead (Freight Forwarding)

: Rock-It Cargo has been an award-winning global leader within the entertainment logistics industry for over forty years, providing unrivaled experience and expertise in planning and moving shows and events from clubs to stadiums for cutting edge musical, theatrical and experiential productions. With 300+ employees across 28 offices worldwide, Rock-It handles some of the world's biggest concerts, festivals, and sporting events for many high-profile clients across the music & sports industries. Rock-It Cargo is the premier freight forwarder for all live events, and works hand-in-hand with clients to make the greatest shows and events possible across the world.

This is a full time Warehouse Lead position with opportunity for overtime and career growth. The ideal candidate will have a great opportunity to learn about project-based logistics and operations with room to grow within the company. We are looking to welcome someone with a bright and quick disposition to the Rock-it Cargo team.

Responsibilities:

• Organize the floor and storage for day to day activities and special operations
• Responsible for equipment maintenance and ordering supplies (Propane, labels, shrinkwrap)
• Responsible to communicate and look after any repair and maintenance requirements
• Managing, organizing, and retrieving cargo in the warehouse
• Scheduling loading and unloading of large operations
• Operate and maintain warehouse equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and banding equipment

• Loading and unloading trucks/ocean containers
• Building and breaking down skids/airline pallets
• Maintain shipping and receiving logs
• Checking documentation for accuracy or discrepancies
• Accepting and processing incoming materials
• Calculating and entering warehouse charges in operations files

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of experience managing a cargo warehouse
• 3 years of experience driving a forklift
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Sharp attention to detail and ability to proactively problem solve
• Excellent communication skills
• Must wear protective gear and steel-toed shoes
• Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Strong prioritization, planning, and time management skills
• Comfort with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and basic computer knowledge
• Must possess valid identification, preferably a valid driver's license
• Ability to pass a security background check
• Punctual and dependable

Benefits & Perks:

• 18 paid vacation days per year to start, plus 2 floating holidays and 6 days of paid sick leave per year
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus HSA funding and a 401(k) match
• Generous paid parental leave for all parents
• Employer-Funded Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Continuing Education Reimbursement / Charitable Donation Matching
• The opportunity to work with the best in Live Event, Sports, Film, and Entertainment Logistics
• Eligible for free tickets to client events, when available
• Fantastic culture with regular company events, including birthday lunches, sports games, volunteer activities, and more

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Rock-It Cargo, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the , we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Rock-It Cargo is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Rock-It Cargo will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [email protected]

Rock-It Cargo provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Rock-It Cargo complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Rock-It Cargo expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Job Type/ Industries : Full-time, Non-Exempt / Logistics, Freight-Forwarding

Location : Linden, NJ, On-Site

Salary: $25/hour

Application Instructions:

To apply, please submit resume and cover letter detailing why you want to work for Rock-It Cargo and why you think you'd be a good fit for this role