Job Title: Forklift Operator 2nd shift: Monday - Thursday 2:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. and Friday 10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Responsibilities
- Operate sit-down, high-reach, and propane forklifts, as well as pallet jacks and related material-handling equipment, to move, load, and unload products throughout the warehouse.
- Handle inbound and outbound freight, including shipping and receiving tasks, to ensure accurate and timely product flow.
- Support inventory control by scanning, tracking, and documenting product movement using RF scanners and inventory management or warehouse management systems.
- Assist with cross-docking operations to transfer products efficiently between inbound and outbound shipments.
- Perform picking and packing activities to support order fulfillment, replenishment, and general warehouse workflow.
- Complete accurate data entry related to inventory, shipments, and product locations within warehouse systems.
- Follow established quality assurance procedures to ensure products are handled and stored correctly and accurately.
- Conduct routine equipment inspections and report any issues to maintain safe and reliable forklift and equipment operation.
- Adhere to all safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.
- Collaborate with team members in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment to meet productivity and accuracy goals.
- Lift and move products weighing up to 50 pounds as needed to complete warehouse tasks.
Essential Skills
- Previous forklift operation experience is required.
- Proficiency operating sit-down forklifts, high-reach forklifts, and propane forklifts.
- Ability to safely operate pallet jacks and other material-handling equipment.
- Experience working in a warehouse environment or similar setting.
- Ability to use RF scanners for scanning and tracking inventory.
- Basic computer knowledge for data entry and use of warehouse or inventory management systems.
- Capability to perform picking, packing, shipping, and receiving tasks accurately.
- Comfortable lifting and moving up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to following safety procedures.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with inventory management systems and warehouse management systems.
- Inventory control, including tracking and documenting product movement.
- Exposure to quality assurance processes within a warehouse or distribution environment.
- Previous experience in a team-oriented, high-volume warehouse operation.
- Reliable attendance and willingness to work overtime as needed.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bellefonte, PA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/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 Bellefonte,PA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 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.
