Forklift Operator
Aerotek
**Job Title: Forklift Drive** **r**
1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift
**Pay** : $20.50/hr
**Job Description:**
We are looking for experienced and reliable Forklift Drivers to join our team at a fast-paced food production facility. In this role, you will be responsible for operating an electric forklift to safely load and unload finished products, bulk products, fiber, and other materials. You will play a key part in ensuring accurate inventory management and maintaining an efficient and safe environment.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Safely operate forklifts to move finished products from the production lines to the distribution building.
+ Pick orders for shipment and stage them correctly.
+ Stack and retrieve bulk products as needed.
+ Utilize Turn-a-Fork and slip sheet attachments to optimize efficiency.
+ Operate manual and automatic dock plates safely.
+ Secure trailers by using the glad-hand lock system and chocking trailers when necessary.
+ Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and safe food handling practices.
+ Collaborate with fellow forklift operators and supervisors to ensure smooth product movement.
+ Assist the Distribution Group Leader with loading outbound shipments.
+ Use RF scanners for product tracking and movement.
+ Safely change lift truck batteries.
+ Ensure the highest quality of finished products is maintained.
+ Report any food safety, health & safety, or quality concerns and take appropriate action.
+ Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
**Essential Skills:**
+ Proven experience operating a forklift.
+ Familiarity with order selection and picking.
+ Ability to lift up to 50lbs regularly.
+ Previous experience in a production or warehouse environment.
+ Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8-hour shifts).
**Additional Skills & Qualifications:**
+ Experience with inventory management systems.
+ Proficiency in material handling, loading, picking, and operating pallet jacks.
+ Experience with sit-down and stand-up forklifts.
+ Proficient in using RF scanners.
+ Experience in shipping and receiving operations.
**Why Work Here?**
+ Enjoy opportunities for growth and career advancement, with training provided for roles like machine operating, quality control, and maintenance.
+ Be part of a small, friendly, and supportive team environment.
+ Work for a stable company with consistent work throughout the year.
**Work Environment:**
+ Clean, well-lit, and temperature-controlled facility.
+ Work in a food manufacturing environment that prioritizes safety and quality.
**Job Type & Location:**
+ Contract to Hire position.
+ Location: Brockport, New York.
_If you are an experienced forklift operator who values safety, efficiency, and teamwork, we encourage you to apply and become a key member of our team!_
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $20.50 - $20.50/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 BROCKPORT,NY.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 10, 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 meets 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.
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