Forklift Operator

Job Title: Forklift Operator
Job Description
We are looking for a reliable Forklift Operator to support daily production and warehouse operations in a peanut processing facility. This position will primarily involve operating a forklift to move materials and products throughout the facility while also assisting with production, cleanup, and general plant operations as needed.
Pay: 15/hr
Shift: 7am to 3:30pm MUST be comfortable working 14 days straight during peak shelling season
Responsibilities:

• Operate a forklift to move, load, unload, and stage materials throughout the facility.
• Transport product and materials between production, storage, and processing areas.
• Safely stack and organize pallets and materials.
• Assist with keeping production areas supplied with necessary materials.
• Perform basic forklift inspections and report any equipment issues.
• Follow all plant, food safety, and forklift safety procedures.
• Assist with production equipment and material flow when needed.
• Help maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Complete general production, sanitation, and cleanup duties as assigned.
• Communicate with team members regarding material needs, production flow, and safety concerns.

Qualifications:

• Previous forklift operating experience preferred.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, warehouse, agricultural, or production environment is a plus.
• Comfortable working around production equipment and machinery.
• Able to work on your feet and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Willing to work overtime, weekends, and extended schedules during peak season.
• Dependable, safety-minded, and comfortable working as part of a team.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochelle, GA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $22.40/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 Rochelle, GA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Rochelle,GA.

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.

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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.

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