Reach Truck Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Reach Truck Operator
Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Reach Truck Operator to join our team in a fast-paced, high-volume warehouse environment. The shift begins at 3:00 AM and continues until the end of production, usually concluding around 11:30 AM. You will be responsible for unloading freight shipments using reach trucks and safely transporting palletized materials throughout the warehouse with an RF Scanner installed in the truck. Additionally, you will move skids from higher racking down to lower racking for order selectors to pick orders.

Responsibilities

• Operate reach trucks and deep reach forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Unload freight shipments and transport palletized materials throughout the warehouse.
• Use RF Scanner for accurate tracking and placement of materials.
• Move skids from higher racking to lower racking for order picking.
• Maintain high standards of safety and accuracy in the warehouse.

• Proven experience operating reach trucks or deep reach forklifts is required.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume warehouse environment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines and accuracy standards.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and handle difficult situations professionally.

• Familiarity with RF scanners, crown reach truck forklifts, stand-up forklifts, and picker operations.

Enjoy a $1/hr shift differential and production bonuses, with potential earnings up to an additional $6.50/hr when exceeding production metrics. Once you become a permanent employee, you can earn attendance bonuses of up to $5/hr for perfect attendance, along with full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k. The break area offers open vending with snacks, supported by security cameras, and leaders often reward great performance with vending bucks.

Work Environment

Work in a 1 million sq ft warehouse distributing grocery items to local Schnucks grocery stores. The facility includes both room temperature and refrigerated areas. The dry side is ambient temperature and not climate controlled, while refrigerated temperatures require willingness to work in cooler conditions. The warehouse is highly organized and clean, ensuring a pleasant and efficient work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Berkeley, MO.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Berkeley,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 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.