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Aerotek

Forklift Operator

Aerotek, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214

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Forklift Operator

Join our team as a Clamp Truck Operator at a large indoor and outdoor warehouse complex. You will be responsible for handling large boxes and barrels of bulk tobacco, ensuring efficient stacking, wrapping, and strapping of containers. Your role will include loading and unloading tractor trailers with containers of tobacco and maintaining accurate inventory records, locations, and quantities. Additionally, keeping warehouses clean and sanitary using brooms, blowers, and 'sweeper' forklifts will be part of your responsibilities. Responsibilities

Operate clamp truck to handle large boxes and barrels of bulk tobacco. Stack, wrap, and strap containers of tobacco. Load and unload tractor trailers with containers of tobacco. Keep track of inventory, locations, and quantity of product. Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of warehouses using brooms, blowers, and 'sweeper' forklifts. Essential Skills

Experience in material handling. Proficiency with RF scanner. Forklift operation skills, including clamp truck operation. General labor skills. Inventory management. Experience in loading and unloading trucks. Ability to operate reach truck, clamp forklift, stand-up forklift, sit-down forklift, and stand-up reach. Additional Skills & Qualifications

Ability to be coachable. Punctuality in work habits. Why Work Here?

Be a part of a company that has been in business for almost a century, with a team that values long-term growth. Enjoy a stronger than average benefits package, mostly covered by the company, including a 3% match IRA with Financial Advisor services provided free. Benefit from a robust Training Academy offering certifications, safety training, and a Team Lead training program. Experience working with a sole client, Phillip Morris USA. Work Environment

Work within a large warehouse complex consisting of 52 warehouses spread across 90 acres. The environment includes both indoor and outdoor settings that are non-climate controlled. The shift is from 7 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, Virginia. Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/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 Richmond,VA. Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 2025.