Forklift Operator

Job Title: Warehouse Forklift Operator

2nd and 3rd shifts available

Job Description

This role supports a busy parts dealership by accurately picking, packing, and handling parts in a clean warehouse environment. You will operate multiple types of forklifts and material-handling equipment, use RF scanners and order management systems, and help ensure that parts are stored and shipped correctly. One opening also includes additional core inspection responsibilities, assessing incoming parts for damage and determining their value.

Responsibilities

• Pick and package parts orders in the warehouse using various forklifts and material-handling equipment.
• Operate sit-down, stand-up, cherry picker, reach truck, scissor lift, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform all phases of parts and stockroom duties with minimal supervision.
• Pull parts orders for internal departments and customers utilizing an RF scanner and order management system.
• Put stock away accurately and maintain proper inventory organization in the warehouse.
• Process returns using RF scanners and the order management system, ensuring accurate documentation.
• Load and unload trucks and shipments, ensuring parts are handled carefully to prevent damage.
• Perform general housekeeping in the warehouse area to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Essential Skills

• Previous forklift experience, including sit-down and stand-up forklifts.
• Experience or willingness to operate cherry picker, scissor lift, reach truck, and pallet jack.
• Ability to use RF scanners to pull orders and put stock away.
• Experience with basic shipping, receiving, order picking, and packaging tasks.
• Strong attention to detail when handling, picking, and inspecting parts.
• Ability to perform warehouse and stockroom duties with minimal supervision.
• At least 1 year of tenure in a previous job, demonstrating reliability and commitment

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bellefonte, PA.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $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 Bellefonte,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.

About Aerotek

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.