Forklift Operator

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Pay: Competitive Pay Based on Experience

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Location: Climate-Controlled Warehouse

Shipping • Receiving • Forklift Operation

Join a Stable Team That Keeps Industry Moving

We're looking for dependable and safety-minded Forklift Operators to join our warehouse team. In this role, you'll help manage the movement, storage, and shipment of large industrial valves and components that support a variety of critical industries.

If you have forklift experience, enjoy staying active throughout the day, and want an opportunity to grow with a company that values teamwork and cross-training, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

✅ Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts to safely move materials throughout the warehouse

✅ Unload incoming trucks and inspect shipments for accuracy and damage

✅ Verify quantities against packing slips and purchase orders

✅ Store inventory in designated warehouse locations

✅ Pull and stage customer orders using pick lists and work orders

✅ Accurately pick valves, parts, and components from inventory

✅ Prepare shipments, labels, and shipping documentation

✅ Load outbound trucks safely and efficiently

✅ Build custom crates and skids for large industrial products

✅ Secure shipments using banding, blocking, and protective materials

✅ Maintain inventory accuracy and organization

✅ Keep work areas clean, safe, and efficient

✅ Work closely with shipping, receiving, and warehouse team members to meet daily goals

What We're Looking For

✔ Experience operating sit-down and/or stand-up forklifts

✔ Experience loading and unloading trucks

✔ Ability to move, pull, and stage inventory accurately

✔ Experience with shipping and receiving processes

✔ Comfortable using computers and warehouse systems

✔ Ability to read work orders, pick lists, and shipping documents

✔ Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety

✔ Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

✔ Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment

Bonus Qualifications

⭐ Forklift certification

⭐ 1+ years of warehouse, logistics, shipping, or receiving experience

⭐ Experience handling large, heavy, or industrial equipment

⭐ Experience building crates, skids, or custom packaging

⭐ Material handling and inventory control experience

Why You'll Love Working Here

⭐ Stable, growing company serving multiple industries

⭐ Clean and organized warehouse environment

⭐ Climate-controlled facility

⭐ Cross-training opportunities to expand your skills

⭐ Supportive team culture

⭐ Safety-focused workplace

⭐ Opportunities for advancement and long-term career growth

⭐ Consistent weekday schedule with work-life balance

Work Environment

Large warehouse environment

Climate-controlled facility with seasonal temperature variations

Team-oriented atmosphere

Daily interaction with industrial equipment, inventory, and shipping operations

Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Ready to Get Moving?

If you're an experienced forklift operator looking for a stable opportunity with growth potential, apply today and become part of a team that values safety, reliability, and hard work.

Apply Now and Start Your Next Career Move!

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 clifton park,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 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.