Forklift Operator- HIRING ASAP-$17-$20/HR!!!!

Forklift Operator

As a forklift operator, you will be responsible for operating forklifts to transport materials safely, receiving and inspecting incoming shipments, unloading trucks, and moving inventory to designated areas. You will also prepare materials for packaging and shipping, maintain accurate inventory records, and ensure compliance with safety procedures and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to transport materials safely.
• Receive and inspect incoming shipments.
• Unload trucks and move inventory to designated areas.
• Prepare materials for packaging and shipping.
• Maintain accurate inventory records.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and company policies.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 1 year of forklift operating experience, with recent operation within the last year.
• Proven experience as a forklift operator or material handler.
• Valid forklift certification.
• Familiarity with warehouse operations.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with material handling, sit down forklifts, and RF scanners.
• Proficiency in picking, packing, and using a pallet jack.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that values engagement and culture, offering stability and support through its collaboration with large entities. Enjoy being part of a team that is backed by a larger company, providing a stable and rewarding work environment.

Work Environment

Work in a dynamic warehouse environment that supports a renowned client. Engage in a role that requires attentiveness, physical endurance, and a collaborative spirit.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sellersburg, Indiana.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.50 - $17.25/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 Sellersburg,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.

About Aerotek

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 solving for 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.

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.