Forklift Operator
We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to efficiently move materials using a forklift, primarily standing but occasionally sitting. The role involves loading trailers and flatbeds, transporting materials to and from production areas, and managing inventory using a high-reach truck. The operator will use RF scanner and tracking systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency in material handling. The position also includes preparing shipments of completed equipment, accessories, and service parts, ensuring products are properly loaded for shipment. Quality checks of materials and workmanship are essential, with responsibility for maintaining the quality of finished work. The operator is expected to keep accurate records and documents.
Responsibilities:
- Operate forklift to move materials for loading trailers, flatbeds, and production areas.
- Utilize high-reach truck to access materials from high shelves.
- Use RF scanner and tracking systems for efficient material handling.
- Prepare shipments of completed equipment, accessories, and service parts.
- Ensure products are properly loaded for shipment.
- Perform quality checks on materials and workmanship.
- Maintain the quality of finished work.
- Keep accurate records and documents.
Essential Skills:
- Proficiency in picking, loading, and unloading materials.
- Experience operating sit-down and stand-up forklifts.
- Skill in using RF scanner and tracking systems.
- Knowledge of inventory management and material handling.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience with forklift or high-reach truck is preferred.
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds.
Why Work Here?
This position offers a contract-to-hire opportunity within a reputable company. Enjoy working in a clean manufacturing environment with on-the-job training available.
Work Environment:
The work environment is a semi-climate controlled facility that is fairly clean with moderate noise levels. Safety is a priority, requiring the use of safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection.
Pay and Benefits:
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.50/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 Hanover, PA.
Application Deadline:
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 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.