Forklift Operator

Job Description

Forklift Operator

Job Description

Join our team as a Forklift Operator in a dynamic warehouse environment. You will be responsible for receiving materials inbound or loading and outbound. Your role involves operating equipment such as clamps, order pickers, reach, turrets, and loaders, and requires some lifting of up to 50 pounds.

Shift & Pay

First shift hours are from 5am to 1:30pm (with potential overtime until 2:30pm Mon-Fri and half-day and 5am to 1:30pm on Saturdays). $19/hr

Second shift hours are from 3pm to 11:30pm (with potential overtime until 12:30am Mon-Fri and 2pm-8pm on Saturdays). $20/hrResponsibilities

Operate various warehouse equipment including clamps, order pickers, reach, turrets, and loaders.

Receive inbound materials and load outbound shipments.

Perform inventory management and packing tasks.

Utilize RF scanners for tracking and organizing inventory.

Participate in general labor tasks as needed.Essential Skills

Minimum of 1 year experience in forklift operations.

Proficiency in using warehouse equipment such as clamps, order pickers, reach trucks, and turrets.

Experience in shipping and receiving processes.

Ability to operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts, EPJ, and pallet jacks.Additional Skills & Qualifications

Previous experience in a warehouse setting is required.

Familiarity with inventory management and packing procedures is advantageous.Why Work Here?

Experience working in a state-of-the-art warehouse with innovative ventilation systems, ensuring a comfortable work environment. Once hired permanently, employees enjoy 21 days of accrued PTO and comprehensive medical insurance with no premium or deductible costs. Additional benefits include dental, vision, and 401k plans.

Work Environment

Work in a brand new warehouse designed with large fans, 'wet fans', and special ventilation, although there is no air conditioning.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Rincon, Georgia.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rincon,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 12, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.