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Aerotek

Forklift Operator

Aerotek, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, us, 33336

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Forklift Operator – Shipping Associate

Location:

Tamarac, FL

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Overtime Available)

Job Type:

Contract-to-Hire

Pay:

$18/hour

Keep Things Moving—Join Our Shipping Team!

Are you a reliable forklift operator who enjoys working in a fast-paced warehouse environment? We’re looking for a

Shipping Associate

who’s ready to roll up their sleeves and help us get products out the door efficiently and safely. If you’re detail-oriented, team-focused, and want a long-term opportunity with room to grow—this is the job for you!

What You’ll Do

Safely operate forklifts to move materials throughout the warehouse

Load and unload trucks and containers using pallet jacks and other equipment

Pack, label, and stage shipments for delivery

Verify materials for full truckload and LTL shipments

Perform light assembly and pick parts for customer orders

Close production work orders and maintain accurate records

Keep your workspace clean, organized, and safe

Support your team and assist with general warehouse tasks



What You Bring

1+ year of forklift experience

1–2 years in warehouse or shipping/receiving

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a non-climate-controlled environment

Strong attention to detail and a dependable work ethic

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Competitive Pay

– $18/hour with overtime opportunities

Benefits

– Medical, dental, and vision available upon permanent hire

Career Growth

– Clear path to permanent placement and advancement

Team Culture

– Safety-first, supportive, and hands-on training

Stability

– Long-term opportunity with a growing company

Work Environment

This is a hands-on role in a manufacturing warehouse. You’ll be on your feet most of the day and required to wear PPE (safety glasses, steel-toe shoes, hardhat). For safety, loose clothing and jewelry are not permitted.

Apply Today!

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and work with a team that values your skills,

we want to hear from you!

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Tamarac,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 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.