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Aerotek
Forklift Operator
Job Description
IF YOU HAVE AT LEAST ONE YEAR OF FORKLIFT EXPERIENCE
APPLY! only 2ND SHIFT(3-11) IS OPEN! 19.50 AN HOUR!A LOT OF OVERTIME IF NEEDED!
Forklift Operator/Shipping and Receiving Warehouse Associate Job Description This role focuses on shipping, receiving, and material handling within a busy warehouse and distribution environment. You will receive and store incoming inventory, prepare and verify outgoing shipments, support production and assembly lines with accurate material flow, and help maintain precise inventory records. The position requires careful attention to detail, safe operation of warehouse equipment, and strong teamwork to meet daily production and shipping goals. Responsibilities Receive, unload, and store incoming inventory items in accordance with established company protocols and procedures. Perform quality control checks on incoming and outgoing shipments to verify product accuracy, quantity, and overall integrity. Operate shipping equipment and systems to safely transport, stage, and verify materials throughout the warehouse. Locate, pick, and gather products for distribution to production workers, assembly lines, or shipping areas. Support inventory management activities, including tracking, recording, and updating inventory data in company systems. Conduct cycle counts and assist with inventory control to ensure stock levels remain accurate and up to date. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, consistently following all warehouse safety standards and regulations. Handle materials, pallets, and product loads safely and efficiently, using appropriate equipment such as forklifts when required. Collaborate and communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate workflow and meet production and shipping deadlines. Follow all documented procedures for shipping and receiving to ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nyack, NY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Nyack,NY.
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.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
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What they do
A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.
$46,123 / year median in New York
+13% projected growth