Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Forklift Operator Job Description

This role focuses on the safe and efficient operation of material handling equipment in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Working on 1st shift, Monday through Friday from 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., you help maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused facility while supporting daily distribution and housekeeping activities.

• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture in the warehouse, consistently supporting and adhering to all plant safety policies and procedures.
• Operate all on-site material handling equipment safely, including forklifts, floor sweepers, and scrubbers.
• Empty trash cans and recycling containers as needed and monitor compliance with the facility-wide recycling program.
• Manage corrugated materials safely, including the operation of all bailing equipment.
• Assist with general housekeeping throughout the warehouse, including spill clean-up and maintaining a clean and orderly work area.
• Check and maintain adequate water levels in the batteries of all material handling equipment.
• Support housekeeping requirements during equipment preventative maintenance activities.
• Maintain the Distribution Housekeeping Log according to the Distribution Housekeeping Standard Operating Procedure, signing and dating the log when tasks are completed.
• Complete weekly, monthly, and quarterly housekeeping assignments in accordance with the Distribution Housekeeping Log.
• Assist with training and certification programs for material handling and housekeeping processes as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support warehouse and distribution operations.

• Six (6) months to one (1) year of work experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the knowledge and abilities needed to perform the job.
• Six (6) months of stand-up forklift experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment preferred.
• Hands-on experience with material handling tasks such as picking and cleaning.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Capability to follow safety policies, procedures, and standard operating instructions accurately.
• Basic familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) preferred.

• Previous experience working in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Experience using floor sweepers, scrubbers, and bailing equipment.
• Comfort with performing routine housekeeping and spill clean-up tasks.
• Attention to detail when completing logs and documentation.
• Ability to participate in and support training and certification programs.
• Strong awareness of recycling practices and facility housekeeping standards.

You join a team that values safety, cleanliness, and reliability in its daily operations. The consistent first-shift schedule supports work-life balance, and the environment encourages learning through hands-on experience with equipment, housekeeping standards, and training programs. You can grow your skills in material handling and warehouse operations while contributing to a well-organized and safety-focused facility.

This position is based in a fast-paced warehouse setting on a 1st shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. You work around material handling equipment such as stand-up forklifts, floor sweepers, scrubbers, and bailing machines. The environment emphasizes safety, housekeeping, and recycling, with regular weekly, monthly, and quarterly cleaning and documentation requirements. You may perform tasks that involve standing, walking, and working in areas where spills and debris must be cleaned promptly to maintain a safe and orderly facility.

This is a Contract position based out of York, PA.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in York,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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.