Forklift Operator

Job Title: Forklift Operator
Job Description

The Forklift Operator safely and efficiently manages material handling activities within a busy warehouse or production facility. This role operates powered industrial trucks to load and unload delivery vehicles, move inventory to designated storage areas, and stage products for shipping or manufacturing. Success in this position requires strong spatial awareness, excellent hand-eye coordination, and a consistent commitment to workplace safety and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial trucks, including sit-down, stand-up, reach trucks, and pallet jacks, in a safe and controlled manner.
• Maneuver material handling equipment through tight facility aisles while maintaining awareness of surroundings and adhering to safety protocols.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound freight from tractor-trailers, shipping containers, and delivery trucks with care and precision.
• Center, stack, and secure items or pallets to prevent shifting, tipping, or product damage during movement and transport.
• Transport raw materials to manufacturing workstations and return finished products to designated storage bays.
• Use Radio Frequency (RF) scanners and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to accurately track inventory movement and location.
• Cross-check incoming and outgoing product counts against pick tickets, manifests, and bills of lading to verify accuracy.
• Pull, pick, wrap, and label pallet loads to prepare orders safely and correctly for transport and shipping.
• Assist with routine cycle counts and stock reconciliation to support inventory accuracy and audit requirements.
• Follow all facility safety guidelines, material handling procedures, and equipment operation standards to maintain a safe work environment.

Essential Skills

• Proven ability to operate forklifts and other powered industrial trucks safely and efficiently.
• Strong spatial awareness and excellent hand-eye coordination for maneuvering equipment in tight spaces.
• Solid understanding of warehouse safety practices and a firm commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Experience loading and unloading freight from various types of delivery vehicles.
• Ability to stack, center, and secure palletized loads to prevent damage or instability.
• Proficiency using RF scanners and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to track inventory movement.
• Attention to detail when verifying product counts against pick tickets, manifests, and bills of lading.
• Capability to perform order fulfillment tasks, including pulling, picking, wrapping, and labeling pallets.
• Reliability in supporting routine cycle counts and stock reconciliation activities.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to follow established procedures consistently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a warehouse, distribution center, or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with material handling best practices and standard operating procedures.
• Comfort working around heavy equipment and moving vehicles in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with warehouse and production teams.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to facility-specific processes and systems.

Why Work Here?

Join a safety-focused operation that values precision, teamwork, and reliability. You will work in an environment that emphasizes clear procedures, well-maintained equipment, and consistent support from colleagues. The role offers the opportunity to build and refine valuable material handling skills, contribute directly to efficient operations, and grow your experience in a structured, professional warehouse setting.

Work Environment

The role is based in a warehouse or production facility where powered industrial trucks such as sit-down, stand-up, and reach forklifts, as well as pallet jacks, are used regularly. Work involves navigating tight aisles, loading and unloading trucks at docks, and moving materials between storage areas and manufacturing workstations. You will use RF scanners and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to manage inventory. The environment is fast-paced and safety-oriented, with established procedures for equipment operation and material handling. Appropriate work attire typically includes practical, safety-conscious clothing and footwear suitable for an industrial setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mobile, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $18.00/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 Mobile,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 19, 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.

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.