Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

This role focuses on safe and efficient forklift operation, box truck driving, and warehouse support within a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment. You will handle inventory movement and storage, support production and distribution processes, use RF scanning and computer systems, and help maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, reach trucks, and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently to move, store, and retrieve inventory.
• Drive a box truck as needed and maintain the ability to pass a DOT physical.
• Apply Good Manufacturing Principles in all areas of responsibility and adhere to GMP standards.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to Fisher Clinical Service processes and distribution protocols.
• Demonstrate and promote the company vision and support departmental goals through a willingness to learn and adapt.
• Assist team members in fulfilling internal requests and collaborate effectively with other departments.
• Ensure inventory is stored properly and safely, maintaining the warehouse for safety, neatness, and organization.
• Stock warehouse areas with required materials for on-time job completion in production rooms, using a First-In, First-Out (FIFO) system.

Why Work Here?

You join a workplace that values safety, accuracy, and teamwork, offering the opportunity to develop advanced material handling and inventory control skills in a structured GMP environment. Once hired on, you gain access to benefits and a 401(k) plan, supporting your long-term financial well-being. The organization promotes learning, cross-training, and collaboration, providing a stable setting where you can grow your skills and build a long-term career.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing environment with some clean rooms and involves supporting warehouse, production, and distribution operations. Multiple shifts are available, including 1st shift (6:00 AM 2:30 PM, MondayFriday), 2nd shift (11:00 AM 7:00 PM, MondayFriday), and 3rd shift (11:00 PM 7:00 AM, SundayThursday). You will work in areas that experience temperature extremes between -30&degree;C and 25&degree;C for up to 30 minutes at a time and may be exposed to atmospheric conditions that require the use of a Powered Air-Purifying Respirator (PAPR). The environment emphasizes safety, cleanliness, organization, and adherence to GMP and SOP standards, with appropriate work attire to support a manufacturing and clean room setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Allentown, PA.

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $21.28/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 Contract to Hire position based out of Allentown, PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Allentown,PA.

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.