Forklift Operator @ Aerotek

Job Title: Forklift Operator1st Shift 6AM-2:30PM; Monday - Friday (occasional Saturdays)Pay: $23.35/hr2nd Shift 2PM-10:30PM. ; Monday - Friday (occasional Saturdays)Pay: $23.85/hrJob DescriptionThe Forklift Operator works within either the Production or Warehouse department, safely moving raw materials and finished goods throughout a food manufacturing facility. This role focuses on loading and unloading trucks, supporting production lines, maintaining accurate inventory, and following strict safety and GMP standards while operating sit-down forklifts and related material-handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Unload raw materials such as vegetables, barrels, and palletized goods from incoming trucks in the warehouse.
• Load finished product pallets onto outbound trucks according to customer shipping requirements.
• Break down pallets into smaller manual orders, handling items up to 25 lbs as needed.
• Pick, stage, and load customer orders while completing all required shipping documents accurately.
• Refill pick lanes, perform cycle counts, and help maintain accurate inventory levels in the warehouse.
• Keep warehouse areas clean, organized, and aligned with FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory practices.
• Deliver raw materials from the warehouse to production lines in a timely and accurate manner.
• Move finished goods from production lines to designated warehouse staging areas.
• Record and report material usage for each work order to support production and inventory tracking.
• Receive inbound loads and verify quantities against purchase orders, reporting any discrepancies.
• Assist with line support activities, including hose use and basic equipment cleaning tasks.
• Conduct daily production counts and store finished goods using FIFO practices.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2 years of recent forklift experience in a warehouse or manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency operating sit-down forklifts (gas or electric) with two forks; no stand-up forklifts are used.
• Strong knowledge of loading and unloading procedures and safe loading patterns.
• Experience with inventory processes, including cycle counts and FIFO practices.
• Ability to use RF scanners for inventory, shipping, receiving, and order picking activities.
• Knowledge of SAP or similar inventory and warehouse management systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain company forklift certification.
• Ability to read production schedules and part numbers accurately.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Current forklift certification is preferred.
• Experience in food manufacturing or other highly regulated environments is a plus.
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills are preferred and beneficial in this environment.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of American Canyon, CA.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $23.85 - $23.85/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 26, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in American Canyon,CA.

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.