Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Warehouse Worker (Stand Up Forklift or Reach Truck experience)

Shifts: Days and Nights available

6am - 6pm OR 6pm - 6am

Pay: $17 an hour - Pay increase after 90 days

Cold Storage / Freezer Environment

Job Description

We are seeking skilled candidates to join our dynamic team in a shipping and receiving role. Ideal candidates will possess at least four of the seven skill sets required, as detailed below.

Responsibilities

• Manage shipping and receiving operations efficiently.
• Select and stage products for shipment accurately.
• Load and unload materials safely.
• Operate standup forklifts or reach trucks proficiently.
• Handle pallets with expertise, including wrapping and stacking.
• Conduct cycle counts and manage warehouse inventory.
• Utilize RF scanners and warehouse management systems effectively.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in forklift operation.
• Experience in shipping and receiving processes.
• Ability to perform order selecting and staging.
• Competence in reach truck operation.
• Knowledge of inventory and logistics management.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with order entry systems.
• Familiarity with RF scanners.
• Experience with warehouse management systems.

Why Work Here?

Join a growing company with a new facility and equipment, offering stability and potential for raises after 90 days. Be part of an exciting and supportive work environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a cold storage facility, equipped with new technologies and equipment. You will work in a dynamic warehouse setting that requires handling of heavy lifting and palletizing.

To expedite hiring process, please send resume directly to ascaffido @aerotek.com

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Polk City, FL.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/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 Polk City,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 20, 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.