Reach Forklift Operator

Reach Forklift Operator
NW Portland
9:00am-5:30pm Day Shift
$22/hr.
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Reach Forklift Operator to join our team. You will be responsible for operating double wide forklifts, 2/3/4 stage lifts, reach lifts, and potentially clamp lifts. Your primary duties will include loading and unloading freight trucks and rail cars filled with beverages such as beer, wine, soft drinks, and spirits. The role involves working across three locations, two on Swan Island and one on Marine Drive. You will handle palletized full pallet loads around the warehouse, mainly using sit-down electric forklifts, and utilize RF scanning systems with scannable barcodes for efficient inventory management.
Responsibilities

• Operate double wide forklifts, 2/3/4 stage lifts, reach lifts, and possibly clamp lifts.
• Load and unload freight trucks and rail cars containing beverages.
• Move palletized full pallet loads around the warehouse using sit-down electric forklifts.
• Utilize RF scanning systems and scannable barcodes for inventory management.

Essential Skills

• Forklift operation experience, including sit-down and reach forklifts.
• Proficiency in inventory management and material handling.
• Experience with RF scanner and order picking.
• 1+ year experience in a distribution facility with forklifts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in shipping and receiving.
• Knowledge of storage, picking, production, and packing processes.

Why Work Here?
Enjoy full-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees, with family coverage available at a low rate. Benefit from a 5% 401k match and annual 5% raises. Join a new company with experienced foremen and management, offering opportunities to grow into leadership roles such as floor leads, shift leads, and management positions.
Work Environment
Work in a large, temperature-controlled warehouse facility maintained at 50-60 degrees year-round. The environment is dynamic and engaging, with the exciting backdrop of the beverage industry, including beer and wine.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 Portland,OR.
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.