Forklift Operator

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Forklift Operator Job Description Join a dynamic team as a Forklift Operator, where you will play a crucial role in preparing and managing palletized orders for outbound truckload shipments. This position offers a blend of forklift operation and material handling, ensuring a smooth and efficient shipping process in a brand-new facility. Responsibilities Prepare palletized orders for outbound truckload shipment. Document outgoing goods by weighing, measuring, and photographing all outgoing pallets. Load and unload trucks and containers, ensuring outgoing orders are efficiently built to withstand LTL shipments with no visible damage. Maintain inventory supplies to ensure adequate levels and prevent shortages. Organize products to ensure easy management of First In/First Out inventory processes. Follow safety protocols and report any issues to mitigate safety concerns. Safely operate various pieces of equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks. Utilize a continuous improvement mindset and assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes. Stock shelves and racks with new or transferred merchandise and maintain organization. Conduct continual quality control tests. Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area by sweeping and removing trash daily. Prepare products for small parcel shipments, such as UPS. Perform other duties as assigned, including value-added services. Essential Skills Experience in forklift operation and material handling. Strong organizational skills for inventory management. Ability to follow safety protocols and report issues. Proficiency in operating forklifts and pallet jacks. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in using RF scanners and handling shipping and receiving processes. Ability to perform general labor tasks, order picking, packaging, and unloading. Continuous improvement mindset to enhance processes. Why Work Here? Enjoy working in a brand-new facility equipped with modern technology and infrastructure. Benefit from excellent opportunities for career advancement, flexible shifts promoting work-life balance, and a veteran-friendly culture. Access on-site wellness facilities, including an employee gym, and experience open communication with accessible leadership. Competitive compensation is offered, with recognition for punctual and productive workers. Work Environment Work in a highly clean environment featuring advanced automation and robotics. The facility maintains variable temperature control with climate-controlled offices and high-tech zones, while production floors and loading docks are influenced by outdoor weather. Strict safety compliance is enforced due to the presence of heavy automated machinery and steel tanks. The atmosphere is disciplined and procedure-driven, largely influenced by a veteran workforce, and emphasizes collaboration. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with two paid 15-minute breaks and an unpaid 30-minute lunch break. Overtime is infrequent but available occasionally. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Andrews, SC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/hr. 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 Andrews,SC.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2026. 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.

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.