Forklift Operator

Aerotek
Springfield, MA, US
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator who has extensive experience with Hi / Lo-Reach trucks and material handling.

The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in operating reach trucks and at least 1 year of experience as a material handler.

The role involves operating equipment to retrieve products that can be as high as 2-3 floors, as well as picking, packing, loading, and unloading freight.

Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform various tasks within the warehouse.

Responsibilities

  • Operate Hi / Lo Forklift and reach trucks to retrieve products from high shelves.
  • Pick, pack, and select products according to work orders and manifests.
  • Load and unload freight safely and efficiently.
  • Handle materials and move raw and shipping goods around the manufacturing and warehouse floors.
  • Use scan guns for inventory management.
  • Pack screws, bolts, and fasteners as required.
  • Perform any other tasks needed within the warehouse.

Essential Skills

  • At least 2 years of experience operating Hi / Lo-Reach trucks.
  • At least 1 year of experience as a material handler.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Experience with inventory management using scan guns or manifests.
  • Knowledge of safety practices when operating a Hi / Lo Forklift.
  • Experience operating a forklift in close quarters.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.

Hours

Monday-Friday, 3 pm to 11 : 30 pm

Why Work Here?

This is a great long-term opportunity in a newer, very clean warehouse facility. We value safety, responsibility, and a strong work ethic, offering a stable and supportive work environment.

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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

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