Forklift Operator @ Aerotek

Job Title: Forklift OperatorJob DescriptionThis role supports a busy distribution facility that specializes in commercial and industrial hose products and related accessories. You will operate sit-down and reach truck forklifts on a first-shift schedule, contributing to safe and efficient material handling, inventory management, and order picking in a smaller, close-knit team environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down and reach truck forklifts safely and efficiently throughout the facility.
• Handle materials including commercial and industrial hose products, thermoplastic, rubber and metal hoses, and related accessories such as couplings and fittings.
• Perform receiving and picking tasks to support daily order fulfillment and distribution operations.
• Use RF scanners to locate, pick, and track inventory accurately.
• Assist with inventory activities, including counting, organizing, and maintaining stock levels, and be willing to learn inventory processes if not already experienced.
• Follow established procedures for loading, unloading, stacking, and moving products to designated areas.
• Complete a practical lift test to demonstrate equipment proficiency prior to official start.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company safety standards.
• Collaborate with a small team to meet productivity goals and support a positive, family-oriented work culture.
• Adhere to all facility rules and guidelines, including break schedules and shift timing.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 1 year of experience operating sit-down and reach truck forklifts, clearly reflected on the resume.
• Demonstrated equipment experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Experience in receiving and picking operations.
• Ability to use RF scanners for inventory and order picking.
• Basic material handling skills, including safe loading, unloading, and movement of products.
• Willingness to learn and participate in inventory processes if not already experienced.
• Ability to pass an in-person interview and a practical lift test prior to starting.
• Reliability to work first shift, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in general labor within a warehouse or distribution setting.
• Comfort working with industrial and hydraulic hose products and related accessories.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate picking and inventory tracking.
• Ability to work effectively in a small team environment with a close, family feel.
• Good communication skills to coordinate tasks with team members and supervisors.
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to established procedures.

Why Work Here? Employees enjoy a supportive, family-style culture in a smaller team where individual contributions are valued. Full-time team members become eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits on the first of the month after 30 days of employment, with dental and vision coverage available at no additional cost when medical is elected. The organization offers generous paid time off, including 80 hours of vacation after 6 months and 40 hours of personal time annually after 90 days, supporting work-life balance and long-term stability.

Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a modern, brand-new facility in Carlisle, PA, operating as a smaller team of approximately 1012 employees with a friendly, family-oriented atmosphere. The position follows a first-shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and includes a 30-minute unpaid lunch and two paid breaks. Work is performed in a warehouse environment using sit-down and reach truck forklifts, RF scanners, and standard material handling equipment. Team members should be comfortable in a smaller workplace setting where collaboration and mutual support are important.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Carlisle, PA.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Carlisle,PA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.