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Location Commack, New York

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About this job

Job Title: Forklift OperatorJob Description

The primary role of a forklift operator is to operate industrial trucks or machinery in various settings such as warehouses, storage yards, factories, construction sites, or similar locations. The operator is responsible for safely moving product loads within the facility using heavy machinery.

Responsibilities
  • Inspect product loads for accuracy and safely move them around the warehouse or facility to ensure timely and complete delivery.
  • Operate vehicle controls to 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, securing them for transport to designated areas.
Essential Skills
  • Verbal communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Team player
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Basic knowledge of raw materials, production processes, and quality control
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Forklift operators license required
  • 0-2 years of manufacturing experience required
Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team where your skills in forklift operation will be valued. Enjoy opportunities for overtime and a supportive work environment that fosters teamwork and problem-solving.

Work Environment

The work environment involves operating forklifts and other machinery in a warehouse setting, with shifts from Monday to Friday, 2pm to 10pm. There is a high possibility for overtime with shifts extending to 12am or 2am.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Mcdonough, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Mcdonough, GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mcdonough,GA.

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.


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Posting ID: 1309337563 Posted: 2026-10-27 Job Title: Forklift Operator