Forklift Operator

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Location: Orangeburg, NY

Pay: $19-$21 an hour

Shift: 1st or 2nd shift

Job Description

This role focuses on shipping, receiving, and material handling within a fast-paced manufacturing warehouse and distribution center. You will receive, inspect, store, and distribute materials while supporting accurate inventory control and safe, efficient warehouse operations across multiple shifts.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and store incoming inventory items in accordance with established company protocols and procedures.

• Perform quality control checks on incoming and outgoing shipments to verify product accuracy, condition, and integrity.

• Operate shipping equipment and systems to safely transport, process, and verify materials within the warehouse.

• Locate, pick, and gather products for distribution to production workers, assembly lines, or shipping areas.

• Assist with order pulling to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of internal and external requests.

• Support inventory management by tracking materials, updating inventory records, and participating in cycle counts.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with all safety standards and regulations.

• Handle materials using appropriate equipment and techniques to minimize damage and ensure safe movement of goods.

• Collaborate and communicate effectively with team members and other departments to coordinate workflow and meet production and shipping deadlines.

• Follow all warehouse operational procedures, including proper documentation and use of shipping and receiving systems.

• Adhere to all safety protocols, report any hazards or incidents promptly, and contribute to a strong safety culture.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 1 year of shipping and receiving experience; 2 or more years is strongly preferred.

• Hands-on experience with inventory control, including cycle counting and record updates.

• Material handling experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environment.

• Familiarity with warehouse operations and inventory management processes.

• Ability to operate shipping equipment and shipping systems to process and verify shipments.

• Understanding of safety standards and protocols in a warehouse environment.

• Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in shipments, inventory, and documentation.

• Ability to perform order pulling and support production and distribution activities.

• High School Diploma or GED.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Orangeburg, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/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 Orangeburg,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

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.

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.