Forklift Operator

Job Title: Forklift Operator / Clamp Truck Operator Job Description

This role operates clamp trucks and forklifts in a large indoor/outdoor warehouse complex to safely handle, move, and store large boxes and barrels of bulk tobacco. You will focus on efficient material handling, accurate inventory tracking, and maintaining a clean and orderly warehouse environment while loading and unloading tractor trailers and organizing product throughout multiple warehouse buildings.

Responsibilities

• Operate clamp trucks and various types of forklifts (stand-up, sit-down, reach truck, clamp forklift) to move large boxes and barrels of bulk tobacco safely and efficiently.

• Stack containers of tobacco in designated areas to maximize space utilization and maintain safe storage practices.

• Wrap and strap containers of tobacco to secure loads for storage and transportation.

• Load and unload tractor trailers with containers of tobacco, ensuring proper placement and load stability.

• Use RF scanners to track inventory, record product locations, and verify quantities accurately.

• Maintain up-to-date inventory records, including product counts, warehouse locations, and movement of goods.

• Perform general labor tasks associated with material handling and warehouse operations as needed.

• Keep warehouses clean and sanitary by using brooms, blowers, and sweeper forklifts, and by following established housekeeping procedures.

• Follow all safety guidelines and operating procedures for equipment and warehouse operations.

• Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to meet daily production and shipping goals.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with material handling in a warehouse or similar environment.

• Proficiency operating forklifts, including stand-up forklifts, sit-down forklifts, clamp forklifts, and reach trucks.

• Experience operating clamp trucks to handle large containers and barrels safely.

• Ability to use RF scanners to track inventory, record product locations, and manage stock movements.

• Background in loading and unloading trucks and trailers in a warehouse or distribution setting.

• Ability to perform general labor duties related to warehouse operations.

• Strong attention to detail for accurate inventory tracking and product handling.

• Reliability and punctuality to consistently meet scheduled shift times.

• Coachability and willingness to learn and follow established processes and safety protocols.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Interest in obtaining or maintaining formal forklift certifications through structured training.

• Willingness to participate in safety training and ongoing skills development programs.

• Desire to grow into leadership roles supported by dedicated Team Lead training programs.

• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment.

• Comfort working with large, heavy products and operating industrial equipment in a busy warehouse setting.

Why Work Here?

Join a long-established organization with nearly a century of stability and a highly tenured team that values long-term growth and development. You will benefit from a stronger-than-average benefits package where most benefits are paid by the company, along with a 3% IRA match and access to financial advisor services at no cost. A robust Training Academy supports your professional development through forklift certifications, safety training, and structured Team Lead training, offering clear paths for advancement and skill growth over time.

Work Environment

Work in a large warehouse complex that includes 52 warehouses spread across 90 acres, providing a dynamic and active setting. The environment includes both indoor and outdoor areas and is non-climate controlled, so conditions will vary with the seasons. The standard shift runs from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, offering a consistent daytime schedule. You will use industrial equipment such as clamp trucks, stand-up and sit-down forklifts, reach trucks, RF scanners, brooms, blowers, and sweeper forklifts as part of daily operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,VA.

About Aerotek

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.