Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to join our team. The position requires flexibility to work overtime, which can be scheduled at the start of the shift starting at 4 am or on Saturdays with 48 hours notice. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 p OR 10:00am - 6:30pm

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of warehouse functions including picking and packing.
• Follow all safety rules and requirements and perform all housekeeping responsibilities.
• Load, unload, move, put-away, and stage products and materials using a forklift or other power equipment.
• Perform daily inspection on equipment.
• Check orders for accuracy.
• Prepare products for shipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Comfortable working with an order picker and reach trucks.
• Ability to be lifted in the air up to 8 ft using the order picker.
• Safety-minded, team-oriented, motivated, and responsible.
• Ability to identify, locate, and move products, requiring basic math skills.
• Ability to lift and/or carry products weighing up to 40 pounds.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience.
• 6 months or more of powered industrial truck (PIT) experience appreciated but not required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to handle moderate physical activity throughout the shift.

Why Work Here?

Join our team for the potential of a long-term, full-time career. We offer comprehensive well-being programs, paid holidays, and PTO without accrual, with the option to purchase additional PTO. Enjoy flexible work arrangements for a better work-life balance, along with a generous competitive benefits package. Opportunities for development and growth are plentiful.

Work Environment

The work environment includes using forklifts, sit-down forklifts, and pacers. The role involves being lifted up to 8 ft with an order picker, requiring moderate physical activity. The dress code is safety-oriented, and the position is based in a collaborative, supportive, and respectful warehouse setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chino, CA.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Chino,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 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.