Forklift Operator @ Aerotek

Job Title: Forklift OperatorJob DescriptionThis position is responsible for safely moving materials throughout the facility, supplying production lines, and ensuring that finished products and raw materials are stored, handled, and tracked properly to support smooth warehouse and production operations.

Responsibilities

• Move raw materials, finished products, and supplies throughout the facility in a safe and efficient manner.
• Supply production lines with the materials needed to maintain continuous workflow.
• Load, unload, stage, and organize materials in designated areas according to facility procedures.
• Operate sit-down forklifts and other material-handling equipment only as trained and authorized.
• Use RF scanners and related tools to track, verify, and record materials to help maintain accurate inventory.
• Support shipping and receiving activities, including loading and unloading trucks and organizing outbound and inbound materials.
• Assist with general warehouse duties such as picking, material handling, and basic general labor tasks as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures and proper material-handling practices to protect people, equipment, and products.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and hazard-free work area at all times.
• Communicate effectively with production and warehouse teams regarding material needs, shortages, and priorities.
• Perform other general warehouse and material-handling duties as assigned to support overall operations.

Essential Skills

• Previous experience operating a sit-down forklift in a warehouse or production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform safe and accurate forklift operating and material handling tasks.
• Experience with loading and unloading materials, including staging and organizing products in designated areas.
• Ability to use RF scanners to pick, track, and verify inventory and materials.
• Knowledge of basic shipping and receiving processes and warehouse inventory practices.
• Strong attention to detail when handling, tracking, and organizing materials.
• Ability to perform general labor and warehouse tasks as needed.
• Capability to work effectively on a rotating schedule and complete full shift hours.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and maintaining a clean work area.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting production lines by supplying materials and maintaining workflow.
• Experience in general warehouse operations, including picking, shipping, receiving, and inventory support.
• Comfort working in a hot environment during summer months.
• Ability to communicate clearly with production and warehouse team members.
• Reliability and consistency in attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to learn additional material-handling equipment and processes as needed.

Why Work Here? Employees benefit from a temp-to-hire opportunity that offers real potential for long-term employment and career growth. The company values its employees and provides a supportive environment with strong opportunities for advancement. The work is steady, not particularly fast paced, and does not involve heavy lifting, helping promote a sustainable work-life balance and a manageable daily workload. Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a warehouse and production facility environment. The position follows a 1st shift schedule from 5:45 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. on a 4x4 rotating schedule, providing consistent full-day shifts.

The facility can be hot during the summer months, and employees operate sit-down forklifts and use RF scanners and standard warehouse equipment as part of their daily tasks. The work focuses on material handling, loading and unloading, shipping and receiving, and inventory support, in an environment that is organized yet not particularly fast paced, with no heavy lifting required.

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

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.50 - $20.50/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 Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Scranton,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.