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Aerotek

Shipping Associate

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 (OT available)

Job Type:Contract-to-Hire

Join a Team That Moves Fast—Literally.

Are you a skilled forklift operator who thrives in a fast-paced warehouse environment? We’re looking for a dependable, safety-minded team player to help us keep our shipping operations running smoothly. If you're ready to grow your career and work with a supportive crew, this opportunity is for you.

What You’ll Do

Safely operate forklifts to move materials across the warehouse

Load/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 jump in where needed

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

A strong work ethic and attention to detail

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Medical, dental, and vision benefits upon permanent hire

Clear career path with growth opportunities

‍♂️ Safety-first culture and team-oriented environment

Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent placement

Work Environment

This is a hands-on role in a manufacturing setting. 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.

Ready to Roll?

If you're reliable, detail-oriented, and looking for a long-term opportunity, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your career!

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 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 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.