Forklift Operator
Aerotek
**Job Title: Warehouse Forklift Operator**
**Job Description:**
We are looking to hire **Warehouse Forklift Operators** to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating forklifts to move, load, and unload materials in a fast-paced warehouse environment. You will also perform quality checks and ensure that products are properly stored and organized to maintain high standards.
Your primary responsibilities will include reading and interpreting warehouse layouts, using a tape measure to confirm dimensions, and conducting pre- and post-inspection checks on products to ensure quality standards are met before shipment. You’ll be expected to handle products with care, maintain a keen eye for detail, and help maintain the efficiency of the warehouse operations.
While prior experience with forklifts and warehouse operations is preferred, we are open to candidates with backgrounds in similar industries such as automotive, food & beverage, or pharmaceuticals who are eager to learn and thrive in a high-speed environment.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Safely operate forklifts to load, unload, and transport materials in the warehouse.
+ Read blueprints, warehouse layouts, and product specifications.
+ Perform quality checks and inspections before shipping products.
+ Conduct pre- and post-shipment checks to ensure products meet high standards.
+ Maintain organization of materials and products in the warehouse.
+ Ensure compliance with safety protocols and warehouse procedures.
+ Use tablets for tracking orders and inventory.
**Hard Skills:**
+ Forklift operation
+ Blueprint and warehouse layout reading
+ Quality inspection and attention to detail
**Soft Skills:**
+ Strong attention to detail
+ Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
+ Good communication and teamwork
**Job Type:**
+ Contract-to-Hire position (4-month duration)
**Work Site:**
+ On-site position located in **The Villages, Florida**
**Work Environment:**
+ The warehouse is a **hot, humid** environment, with industrial fans placed throughout to ensure comfort. It’s a covered but outdoor space, offering a unique work experience.
**If you're ready to join a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and make an impact in a growing warehouse, we encourage you to apply!**
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00
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 The Villages,FL.
**Application Deadline**
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 10, 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.
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