Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Hiring a Stand-Up Forklift Operator in Greencastle, PA

Job Description

This 1st shift forklift operator role focuses on safely and efficiently loading, unloading, pulling, and case-picking product within a large warehouse environment. You will operate a stand-up forklift and RF scanner across dry, cooler, and freezer areas, supporting daily distribution activities while maintaining a high level of accuracy, safety, and flexibility.

This is a long-term opportunity

1st shift Monday-Friday 4:30am-12:30pm

Pay Rate: $20.25/hour

Must have stand-up forklift experience

Responsibilities

• Operate a stand-up forklift to load and unload product from trailers, docks, and storage locations.

• Pull product from designated warehouse locations to support order fulfillment and distribution needs.

• Perform case picking of product, typically 10–15% of the time, ensuring accuracy and proper handling.

• Use an RF scanner to locate, verify, and record product movements and inventory transactions.

• Work in multiple warehouse temperature zones, including dry storage, cooler (approximately 34°F), and freezer (approximately -10°F), as assigned.

• Move between different areas of the warehouse as needed, demonstrating flexibility in tasks and work locations.

• Lift and handle product weighing approximately 25–30 pounds on a regular basis while following safe lifting practices.

Essential Skills

• Previous experience operating a stand-up forklift in a warehouse environment.

• Hands-on experience using RF scanners for inventory, picking, and product tracking.

• Ability to work in varied temperature environments, including dry, cooler, and freezer areas.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.75/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 Greencastle,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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.