**Job Title: Forklift Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to work within a paint production facility. The ideal candidate will be responsible for moving materials within the warehouse and production facility, operating a sit-down forklift both indoors and outdoors. This role requires the ability to safely transport goods, ensure proper stacking and storage, and load and unload trucks. Additionally, the Forklift Operator will conduct pre-operational inspections of forklifts and equipment being used. **Responsibilities** + Move materials within the warehouse and production facility. + Operate a sit-down forklift both indoors and outdoors. + Safely transport goods, ensuring proper stacking and storage. + Load and unload trucks. + Conduct pre-operational inspections of forklifts and equipment. **Essential Skills** + 3-5 years of forklift experience. + Experience operating a forklift within a production facility. + Proficiency in material handling and unloading. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience in shipping and receiving. + Proficiency in operating a sit-down forklift. **Why Work Here?** Join a dedicated team in a dynamic work environment with opportunities for overtime during the busy summer season. Benefit from a stable day shift schedule from Monday to Friday. **Work Environment** This position is based in a paint manufacturing facility, requiring forklift operation both indoors and outdoors. The work schedule is day shift Monday - Friday from 6:00am - 4:30pm, with expected overtime during the busy summer season. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract position based out of Salem, Oregon. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00 • 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 Salem,OR. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Dec 20, 2024. **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.