Forklift Operator

Job Title: 1st Shift Forklift Operator

Job Description

Utilize a forklift, mostly in a standing position with some sitting, to efficiently move materials for various purposes such as loading trailers or flatbeds, transporting materials to and from the production area, and moving items in and out of inventory. The role involves using a high-reach truck to access materials from elevated shelves and employing RF scanners and tracking systems. Work according to manufacturing information materials, lists, requisitions, and both written and oral instructions. Prepare shipments of completed equipment, accessories, and service parts, ensuring that parts on products are properly loaded for shipment. Load, unload, and relocate materials as required, maintaining the quality of material and workmanship to verify conformance to standards. Maintain required records and documents.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and high-reach trucks to move materials efficiently.
• Use RF scanners and tracking systems for inventory management.
• Prepare shipments and ensure proper loading of products for delivery.
• Load, unload, and move materials as needed.
• Check the quality of materials and workmanship to ensure standards are met.
• Maintain accurate records and documents related to material handling.

Essential Skills

• Experience with forklift or high-reach equipment is preferred.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds.
• Proficiency in using RF scanners or similar equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with both forklifts and high-reach trucks is ideal.

Why Work Here?

Join a reputable company that offers a contract-to-hire opportunity within a clean manufacturing environment. Benefit from on-the-job training that supports your growth and development.

Work Environment

Work in a semi-climate controlled facility with a fairly clean environment and moderate noise levels. Safety is a priority, with candidates expected to wear safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection.

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

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.50/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Hanover,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 12, 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.