Forklift Operator

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Job Title: Forklift Operator
Job Description
This temporary role (up to 3 months) involves operating sit-down electric forklifts in a large warehouse environment to safely move, stage, and organize palletized inventory. You will support daily inbound and outbound operations by unloading trailers, receiving product, and transporting palletized paint buckets between storage and dock areas while consistently following all safety procedures.
Location: 840 Industry Drive North, Algona, WA 98001
Shift: 7:30 AM - 4PM (M-F)
Contract: 3 months
Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down electric forklifts to safely move, stage, and organize pallets of paint buckets throughout the warehouse.
• Unload inbound trailers and receive palletized product in accordance with warehouse procedures.
• Transport palletized inventory between storage areas, racking, and dock locations to support daily operations.
• Load and unload trailers for outbound shipments, ensuring pallets are properly positioned and secured.
• Place pallets into racking and stage outbound shipments in designated areas for efficient loading.
• Perform general labor tasks related to packaging and packing as needed to support warehouse workflows.
• Handle heavy palletized loads while maintaining full compliance with all safety rules and guidelines.
• Consistently wear required personal protective equipment, including steel toe shoes or boots.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas to promote safety and operational efficiency.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and punctuality to support consistent warehouse operations.

Essential Skills

• Prior forklift operating experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Proficiency operating sit-down electric forklifts with palletized loads.
• Ability to handle heavy palletized inventory safely and efficiently.
• Ability to lift approximately 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Strong adherence to safety procedures and protocols in a warehouse setting.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Capability to perform general labor, packaging, and packing tasks as required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in large warehouse storage facilities.
• Comfort working around paint products and palletized buckets.
• Attention to detail when staging, organizing, and racking inventory.
• Ability to work collaboratively with warehouse team members and follow instructions.
• Willingness to perform both forklift operation and manual material handling tasks.

Why Work Here?
Join a fast-paced operation where speed to market is a priority and your work directly supports efficient distribution to major retailers and contractors. You will gain valuable experience in a large, organized warehouse environment, working consistent weekday hours and developing your skills in safe forklift operation and inventory handling.
Work Environment
This role is based in a large warehouse storage facility that stores paint products for major home improvement retailers and contractors in the area. You will work Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM in an active distribution environment with frequent trailer loading and unloading and movement of palletized paint buckets. The facility uses sit-down electric forklifts and racking systems for pallet storage. Steel toe shoes or boots are required as part of the dress code, and you can expect a physically demanding setting that involves lifting, moving, and staging heavy pallets while adhering to established safety procedures.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Auburn, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.50 - $20.50/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 Auburn,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 21, 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.

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