Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator – Swing Shift

Pay: $23.50/hr

Shift: Monday–Friday, 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to support warehouse and production operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position is primarily forklift-based, with operators spending most of their shift moving raw materials and finished products throughout the facility to keep production running efficiently.

The Forklift Operator will transport large foam bags to production equipment, move finished foam blocks between departments, support inventory organization, and assist with general warehouse and production activities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate an electric sit-down forklift throughout the facility.
• Supply production lines with raw materials and remove finished products.
• Transport large foam blocks and materials between inventory and production areas.
• Perform and document daily forklift safety inspections.
• Maintain production flow by ensuring materials are delivered and stored properly.
• Inspect products for visible quality defects and report issues to supervision.
• Record production, maintenance, downtime, and quality-related information as required.
• Assist with housekeeping, waste disposal, and maintaining a clean work environment.
• Support recycling operations and other departments when needed.
• Cross-train and assist in production or machine operation tasks as business needs require.
• Follow all safety, quality, and standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of sit-down forklift experience required.
• Experience operating forklifts in a manufacturing, production, or warehouse environment.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to accurately complete inspection logs and production records.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
• Construction, manufacturing, or production experience preferred.
• Experience loading production equipment and moving materials in a fast-paced environment is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work overtime and occasional Saturdays as required.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced manufacturing environment with constant movement of materials and finished products.
• Operators will occasionally exit the forklift to complete inspections, assist production teams, and perform housekeeping duties.
• Safety, attendance, and reliability are critical to success in this role.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dixon, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.50 - $23.50/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dixon,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 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.