Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Forklift Operator

Job Description

The Forklift Operator works in a climate-controlled, clean food manufacturing facility, operating sit-down propane forklifts throughout the shift. The role focuses on safely and efficiently loading and unloading trucks, moving materials within narrow racking aisles, and handling finished goods in the warehouse. The operator spends the majority of the day on a forklift, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds while supporting shipping and receiving activities and maintaining accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down propane forklifts safely and efficiently in narrow aisles and tight clearances within the receiving and finished goods warehouse areas.
• Load and unload trucks throughout the shift, ensuring materials are handled carefully and placed in the correct locations.
• Ensure all packaged materials are appropriately labeled and accurately put away in the warehouse according to established procedures.
• Stage loads for trucks scheduled for the next morning, organizing pallets and materials to support on-time outbound shipments.
• Communicate regularly with the shipping team and leadership to stay updated on upcoming trucks, production plans, and changing priorities.
• Understand and follow all shipping and receiving procedures, including documentation, labeling, and material flow requirements.
• Produce accurate, legible paperwork for shipping, receiving, inventory movement, and any other required documentation.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts of the finished goods warehouse, identifying and resolving any inventory discrepancies.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean, climate-controlled food manufacturing facility with a finished goods warehouse and dedicated shipping and receiving areas. Forklift operators work primarily on sit-down propane forklifts in narrow racking aisles with tight clearances, requiring careful and precise maneuvering. The environment includes regular use of RF scanners, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment. The facility emphasizes cleanliness and organization, with ongoing housekeeping in shipping and receiving areas. Work is performed indoors, with consistent temperatures and structured warehouse processes that support both comfort and efficiency.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Long Prairie, MN.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/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 Long Prairie,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 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.