Aerotek
Job Title: Forklift Operator
WE ARE ACTIVELY HIRING A FORKLIFT OPERATOR TO JOIN OUR TEAM IN OUR INDEPENDENCE, KY
If you have experience driving a forklift, email me directly
at Anelder@aerotek .com
Job
Description
As a
Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for efficiently handling inbound and
outbound freight, ensuring its safe and accurate movement to and from vehicles
and containers. You will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and
safety of the dock area while ensuring all freight is correctly labeled,
weighed, and dimensioned.
Responsibilities
Load and unload freight to and from vehicles and containers.
Sort freight according to size and destination.
Read and decode freight coding for efficient movement and tracking.
Reconcile driver pick-up and delivery manifests.
Perform cleanup activities to maintain a safe and clean dock area.
Record and report damaged shipments and misrouted freight.
Essential
Skills
Proficiency in operating a forklift.
Experience in material handling and inventory management.
Must have experience with stand-up forklift, reach truck, or turret
Additional
Skills & Qualifications
Certification as a Forklift Operator.
Experience as an Equipment Operator.
Why
Work Here?
We
offer opportunities for growth within a clean and modern facility, providing an
environment conducive to professional development and advancement.
Shift/
Pay
·
Sunday through Tuesday with rotating Wednesday. 5am-5:30pm
$21hr
·
Sunday through Tuesday with rotating Wednesday. 5pm-5:30am
$22.50hr
·
Thursday through Saturday with rotating Wednesday 5am – 5:30pm
$21hr
·
Thursday through Saturday with rotating Wednesday 5pm – 5:30pm
$22.50hr
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Independence,KY.
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.
WE ARE ACTIVELY HIRING A FORKLIFT OPERATOR TO JOIN OUR TEAM IN OUR INDEPENDENCE, KY
If you have experience driving a forklift, email me directly
at Anelder@aerotek .com
Job
Description
As a
Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for efficiently handling inbound and
outbound freight, ensuring its safe and accurate movement to and from vehicles
and containers. You will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and
safety of the dock area while ensuring all freight is correctly labeled,
weighed, and dimensioned.
Responsibilities
Load and unload freight to and from vehicles and containers.
Sort freight according to size and destination.
Read and decode freight coding for efficient movement and tracking.
Reconcile driver pick-up and delivery manifests.
Perform cleanup activities to maintain a safe and clean dock area.
Record and report damaged shipments and misrouted freight.
Essential
Skills
Proficiency in operating a forklift.
Experience in material handling and inventory management.
Must have experience with stand-up forklift, reach truck, or turret
Additional
Skills & Qualifications
Certification as a Forklift Operator.
Experience as an Equipment Operator.
Why
Work Here?
We
offer opportunities for growth within a clean and modern facility, providing an
environment conducive to professional development and advancement.
Shift/
Pay
·
Sunday through Tuesday with rotating Wednesday. 5am-5:30pm
$21hr
·
Sunday through Tuesday with rotating Wednesday. 5pm-5:30am
$22.50hr
·
Thursday through Saturday with rotating Wednesday 5am – 5:30pm
$21hr
·
Thursday through Saturday with rotating Wednesday 5pm – 5:30pm
$22.50hr
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Independence,KY.
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.