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South Plainfield, NJ Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 0% from the last 14 days)
  • High share of long-open postings (100% open 30+ days)
  • Few reposted listings (0% appear duplicated)

South Plainfield, NJ job market overview (July 2026)

The South Plainfield, NJ job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 39 active job postings tracked here, 100% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in store supervisor / manager and beauty advisor / stylist, with food service / restaurants as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

  • Hiring is moving slowly here — be prepared for delayed responses and reposted listings.
  • Best opportunities are in store supervisor / manager and beauty advisor / stylist.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

South Plainfield, NJ job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in South Plainfield, NJ.

Top categories

  • Store Supervisor / Manager8
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist5
  • Food Service2
  • Retail Associate2
  • Crew / Cashier2
  • Shift Supervisor / Service Lead2

Top occupations (SOC)

  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers3
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Food Service / Restaurants19
  • Retail13
  • Consumer Goods11
  • Manufacturing3
  • Transportation & Logistics2

Employment mix

  • Unspecified29 · 74%
  • Part-time8 · 21%
  • Full-time2 · 5%

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