Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

The Forklift Operator safely loads, unloads, and moves freight within a clean, modern facility while ensuring accurate documentation and efficient flow of materials across the dock.

Responsibilities

• Load inbound and outbound freight to and from vehicles and containers using a forklift and other material handling equipment.
• Unload inbound and outbound containers and sort freight according to size, destination, and routing requirements.
• Read, decode, and decipher freight coding to expedite freight movement and support accurate tracing of shipments.
• Reconcile driver pick-up and delivery manifests to ensure all freight is properly accounted for.
• Label, weigh, and dimensionalize freight to support accurate shipping, billing, and inventory records.
• Record damaged shipments and misrouted freight on the appropriate reports to maintain quality and compliance standards.
• Perform regular cleanup activities in the work area to maintain safety, organization, and cleanliness of the dock.
• Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner, following all facility safety procedures and guidelines.
• Complete all tasks in accordance with company policies and standard operating procedures.
• Perform all essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.

Essential Skills

• Proven ability to operate a forklift safely and efficiently in a warehouse or dock environment.
• Experience with material handling, including loading, unloading, and moving freight.
• Ability to read, decode, and interpret freight codes and labels to support routing and tracing.
• Experience reconciling pick-up and delivery manifests or similar shipping documentation.
• Capability to label, weigh, and dimensionalize freight accurately.
• Attention to detail when identifying and recording damaged or misrouted shipments.
• Ability to maintain a clean and safe work area through regular housekeeping activities.
• Basic inventory handling skills and ability to track freight movement.
• Physical ability to perform dock work, including standing, walking, and handling freight, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Forklift Operator.
• Experience as an Equipment Operator in a warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing setting.
• Experience with material counting and basic inventory control.
• Familiarity with modern warehouse or dock operations and procedures.

Why Work Here?

Join a clean, modern facility that offers opportunities to grow and develop your skills. You will work in a professional environment that values safety, organization, and efficiency, while providing clear processes and support to help you succeed in your role.

Work Environment

This role is based in a clean, modern dock and warehouse environment that focuses on safety and efficient freight handling. Multiple shift options are available, including Sun–Wed and Wed–Sat schedules with 1st shift (5:00am–5:30pm) and 3rd shift (5:00pm–5:30am). The work involves operating forklifts and other material handling equipment on the dock, handling freight of various sizes, and performing regular housekeeping to maintain a safe, organized workspace. Attire is appropriate for an active warehouse setting, supporting safe and comfortable movement throughout the shift.

This is a Contract position based out of Independence, KY.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 fully onsite position in Independence,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.

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.

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.

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.