Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator -$19-21hr

Location: Omaha, NE

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Overview

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Forklift Operator to join our warehouse team. In this role, you will operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts to move materials, support shipping and receiving operations, and maintain accurate inventory records. This is a hands-on position in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts to move, stack, and organize warehouse materials
• Load and unload trucks and trailers safely and efficiently
• Use RF scanners to track and verify inventory
• Enter and update inventory data using Microsoft Excel and Teams
• Assist with shipping and receiving, including staging and verifying shipments
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Safely lift and move items weighing 50+ pounds
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily operational goals

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of forklift experience in a warehouse setting
• Experience operating sit-down forklifts (stand-up experience preferred)
• Familiarity with material handling and inventory processes
• Experience using RF scanners
• Ability to lift 50 pounds consistently
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Excel and Teams)
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a small warehouse team
• Strong reliability and attendance record
• Commitment to maintaining safety standards

Why Join Us?

• Supportive, close-knit team environment
• Quarterly bonus eligibility after 90 days
• Stable first-shift schedule for work-life balance
• Opportunity to make a direct impact in daily operations
• Safety-focused workplace culture

Work Environment

This position is based in a non-climate-controlled warehouse with seasonal temperature changes. You’ll work closely with a small team in a hands-on setting that requires frequent movement, equipment operation, and lifting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.

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 Omaha,NE.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 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.