Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

This role focuses on safely operating forklifts and related material handling equipment while supporting warehouse, production, and distribution activities. You will handle inventory movements, drive a box truck after successfully passing a DOT physical, use RF scanning and computer systems to manage stock, and contribute to a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment by following established Standard Operating Procedures and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Apply Good Manufacturing Principles (GMP) in all areas of responsibility to ensure product quality and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrate and promote the company vision and values in daily work activities.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) relevant to warehouse, production support, and distribution tasks.
• Show willingness to learn and understand the goals and priorities of the department.
• Assist team members by fulfilling internal requests for materials and inventory in a timely manner.
• Ensure that inventory is stored properly and safely, maintaining warehouse areas for safety, neatness, and organization.
• Stock warehouse areas with required items to support on-time job completion for production rooms, using a First-In, First-Out (FIFO) system.
• Locate inventory in appropriate storage locations, including cold chain, staging, controlled areas, and other designated zones.
• Perform cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy and assist other departments with inventory movements.
• Run inventory reports to support stock put-away and other inventory control processes.
• Review replenishment reports, including transfer and inbound reports, to support put-away processes associated with distribution protocols.
• Replenish distribution protocols in forward pick zones and move stagnant protocols into long-term storage as needed.
• Put away cancelled distribution orders, including performing cycle counts prior to put-away to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Identify inventory discrepancies as they arise and assist with problem solving and fact finding to resolve issues.
• Assist with Technician I duties when needed to support overall operations.
• Operate forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment to move, pick, and stage inventory.
• Use RF scanners and computer systems to perform order picking, packing, inventory control, and material handling tasks.
• Drive a box truck as required, contingent on passing a DOT physical and meeting applicable standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management to support warehouse, production, and distribution operations.

Essential Skills

• Experience operating forklifts, including stand-up forklifts, reach trucks, and order pickers, with prior forklift experience strongly preferred.
• Ability and willingness to train and qualify on stand-up forklifts, order pickers, and other material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and cherry pickers.
• Proficiency using RF scanners and RF technologies for inventory control, order picking, and packing.
• Intermediate computer skills and computer literacy, including experience with Microsoft Windows and basic inventory systems.
• Knowledge of inventory control processes, including cycle counting, stock put-away, replenishment, and FIFO practices.
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
• Capability to pass all standards required for TSA clearance, as well as a DOT physical for box truck operation.
• Basic math skills for counting, reconciliation, and inventory accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced warehouse and production support environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in all tasks.
• Good communication skills for coordinating with team members and other departments.
• Ability to read, understand, and adhere to SOPs and policies in a GMP environment.
• Physical ability to stand, bend, reach, walk, and talk throughout the shift.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift up to 45 pounds.
• Comfort working in temperature extremes ranging from -30&degree;C to 25&degree;C for up to 30 minutes at a time.
• Ability to work in atmospheric conditions that may require the use of Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (PAPR).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse, manufacturing, or production support environments.
• Experience in order selecting, order picking, and packing operations.
• Familiarity with cold chain storage, staging, and controlled inventory environments.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to participate in fact finding to resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Experience supporting distribution protocols, forward pick zones, and long-term storage processes.
• Comfort working in clean rooms and controlled manufacturing spaces.
• Understanding of safety practices and a strong commitment to maintaining a neat, organized, and safe workplace.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a supportive environment that values safety, accuracy, and teamwork, with clear operating procedures and opportunities to learn and grow in warehouse and production support functions. Once hired on permanently, team members gain access to benefits and a 401(k) program, helping them build long-term financial security while developing their skills in a stable, well-structured operation.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing and warehouse environment that includes some clean rooms and controlled storage areas. Multiple shifts are available: 1st shift runs from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM Monday through Friday, 2nd shift runs from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM Monday through Friday, and 3rd shift runs from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM Sunday through Thursday. The role involves regular exposure to varying temperature extremes, ranging from -30&degree;C to 25&degree;C for periods of up to 30 minutes, particularly in cold chain and controlled environments. Atmospheric conditions may at times require the use of Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (PAPR). The setting emphasizes Good Manufacturing Practices, adherence to SOPs, and a strong focus on safety, organization, and cleanliness.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Allentown, PA.

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $21.28/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Allentown, PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Allentown,PA.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.