Forklift Operator

This role operates industrial forklifts and related material-handling equipment in a warehouse or similar facility to move, load, unload, and stack products safely and efficiently. The forklift operator ensures accurate handling of product loads, supports timely movement of inventory between areas, and follows established safety and quality procedures throughout daily operations.

• Inspect product loads for accuracy and integrity before movement, ensuring the correct items and quantities are handled.
• Safely move product loads throughout the warehouse or facility to support timely and complete delivery of materials.
• Operate forklift controls to drive vehicles and transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
• Use levers and controls to operate lifting devices, such as forklifts and hoists, to load, unload, transport, and stack materials.
• Manually or mechanically load and unload materials from pallets, skids, and boxes as needed.
• Secure materials and products properly for transport to designated areas to prevent damage or loss.
• Follow warehouse safety procedures and guidelines while operating forklifts and other equipment.
• Support inventory movement and organization to maintain an orderly and efficient warehouse environment.
• Participate in on-site skills assessments to demonstrate safe and proficient forklift operation.

• Valid forklift operators license.
• 02 years of manufacturing experience.
• Verbal communication skills to coordinate with team members and follow instructions clearly.
• Strong attention to detail when inspecting loads and handling materials.
• Ability to work effectively as a team player in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Problem-solving skills to address issues related to material handling and load movement.
• Basic knowledge of raw materials and production processes.
• Basic understanding of quality control practices in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
• Familiarity with techniques for maximizing effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Proficiency in forklift operation, including safe driving and maneuvering.
• Experience with material handling, including loading, unloading, and stacking materials.
• Ability to perform load inspection to ensure accuracy and safety.
• Understanding of inventory movement within a warehouse setting.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety compliance requirements.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience working in a warehouse, storage yard, factory, or similar environment.
• Comfort operating industrial trucks, forklifts, and other lifting devices.
• Willingness to complete and pass an on-site assessment of forklift skills.

You will join an environment that values safety, teamwork, and reliability, where your skills in operating forklifts and handling materials contribute directly to smooth warehouse operations. The role offers stable shift-based work with clear expectations, opportunities to build hands-on manufacturing and logistics experience, and the chance to grow your capabilities through on-site skills assessments and daily practice in a professional facility.

This position is based in a warehouse or similar industrial facility, working primarily on a first-shift schedule. You will operate forklifts, hoists, and other material-handling equipment to move inventory between loading, processing, and storage areas. The environment involves working around pallets, skids, boxes, and stacked materials, with a strong emphasis on safety procedures and compliance. You can expect a hands-on, physically active role in a structured setting where adherence to equipment operation standards and warehouse safety practices is essential.

This is a Contract position based out of San Bernardino, CA.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $26.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 San Bernardino,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 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.