Forklift Operator

Job Title: Forklift Operator Job Description

Operate a stand-up forklift in the warehouse area of a foods production facility. There are two specific roles available: Production Support and Order Picking.

Responsibilities

• Transport raw materials to production areas and load skids onto trucks for Production Support.

• Pick orders and stage them in the warehouse area for Order Picking, which involves lifting boxes weighing 20-30 lbs.

Essential Skills

• 1+ years of experience with stand-up forklift operation.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Proficiency in English for speaking and reading.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with material handling and inventory management.

• Knowledge of shipping and receiving processes.

• Familiarity with pallet jack and sit-down forklift operations.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a competitive raise to $24.27 in base pay upon conversion to direct hire, with a shift differential of $1.50 for hours worked past 6pm. Benefit from a positive company culture with long-tenured employee retention. This is a contract-to-hire position with plans for long-term employment. Additional perks include nine paid holidays, benefits starting the first of the month after your start date, and PTO accruing from day one.

Work Environment

The role is based in a foods manufacturing facility with a warehouse area, adhering to GMP guidelines. Shifts vary, with options including: 1st shift from 6:00am to 2:30pm, Production Support from 2:00pm to 10:30pm, and Order Picking from 2:30pm to 11:00pm, Monday through Friday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lenexa, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Lenexa,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 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.