Forklift Operator

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

This role operates traditional stand-up and sit-down forklifts in a warehouse and manufacturing environment to safely move, load, unload, and stage pallets. The position also uses scanners and computer systems to track inventory in and out of the facility while supporting general warehouse tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate traditional stand-up and sit-down forklifts safely and efficiently in a warehouse and manufacturing environment.

• Handle pallets by stacking, loading, unloading, and staging materials according to established procedures.

• Use RF scanners and computer systems to scan inventory in and out, ensuring accurate and timely inventory tracking.

• Support shipping and receiving activities, including moving materials to and from designated areas.

• Operate an electric pallet jack as needed to move materials within the facility.

• Follow all safety guidelines and complete a 2-hour paid safety training before starting regular duties.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area by sweeping, cleaning, and organizing materials as needed.

• Communicate effectively in more than one language to coordinate tasks and ensure smooth operations.

• Assist with additional warehouse tasks and cross-functional duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• 1–2 years of experience operating either a sit-down or traditional stand-up forklift in a warehouse environment.

• Proficiency operating traditional stand-up and sit-down forklifts safely.

• Ability to use RF scanners to scan inventory in and out.

• Ability to use computer systems for basic inventory and shipping transactions.

• Experience handling pallets, including stacking, loading, unloading, and staging.

• Ability to operate an electric pallet jack.

• Bilingual communication skills.

• Comfort performing general warehouse duties such as sweeping, cleaning, and organizing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift certification for traditional stand-up or sit-down forklifts is preferred.

• Previous inventory experience is a plus.

• Shipping and receiving experience is a plus.

• Experience working in a warehouse or manufacturing facility.

• Willingness to perform other tasks as needed to support operations.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a path from contract to hire based on performance, allowing you to demonstrate your skills and grow into a long-term role. You receive paid safety training before starting regular duties, reflecting a strong commitment to safety and employee development. The consistent Monday–Friday schedule supports work-life balance while providing steady hours in a structured environment.

Work Environment

This position works within a manufacturing facility and warehouse setting, operating traditional stand-up and sit-down forklifts, electric pallet jacks, RF scanners, and computer systems. The role follows a second-shift schedule from Monday to Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Before starting, you complete a 2-hour paid safety training to ensure you understand all safety protocols and procedures. The environment involves active material handling, pallet movement, and general warehouse housekeeping tasks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bayonne, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $19.50/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 Bayonne,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 2026.

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.

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.