High Reach Forklift Operator

Job Title: High Reach Forklift Operator

Shift: 6:00am-2:30pm Mon-Fri

Pay: $18-$19/hr based on skills & experience

Location: Gainesville, FL (32653)

Job Description

This role operates a high reach forklift to safely move, store, and retrieve product within a busy manufacturing and warehouse environment. You will load and unload trucks, put product away in designated locations, and pick product by hand, frequently handling items weighing up to 50 pounds. The position requires comfort with physical work, attention to safety, and a flexible, team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up reach truck forklift to move product throughout the facility in a safe and efficient manner.
• Load trucks with outgoing product according to shipping schedules and instructions.
• Unload incoming trucks and transport product to appropriate storage or processing areas.
• Put product away in designated locations, ensuring accurate placement and organization.
• Pick product by hand to fulfill orders, including lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures while operating equipment and handling materials.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including the forklift and surrounding storage zones.
• Assist in general warehouse and manufacturing tasks as needed, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to help beyond core duties.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate loading, unloading, and order picking activities.
• Report any equipment issues, safety concerns, or inventory discrepancies promptly.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience operating a stand-up forklift and stand-up reach truck in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, and move product weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Experience with order picking and handling product by hand.
• Strong awareness of safety practices related to forklift operation and material handling.
• Willingness to be flexible and assist with tasks outside of core responsibilities without saying "it’s not my job."
• Ability to work reliably on a set schedule and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Comfort working in a physically demanding role in varying temperature conditions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating reach trucks or reach forklifts in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
• Background in general warehouse operations such as loading, unloading, and product put-away.
• Ability to work effectively in a small, busy team environment.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in attendance and performance.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy a supportive, family-oriented culture with a small, close-knit team where the environment is busy but not high pressure. The organization shows appreciation through employee giveaways, typically in August and around the holidays, which can include items such as grills, TVs, and air fryers. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, vision coverage, and a 401(k) plan with company match, supporting long-term financial and personal well-being.

Work Environment

The role is based in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing facility that can be dirty and dusty, with hot conditions during the summer and cold conditions during the winter. The work is performed on a first shift schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. You will spend most of your time on the warehouse floor operating a stand-up reach truck and handling product by hand in an active, physical setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gainesville, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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 Gainesville,FL.

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.

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.