Forklift Operator

As a Forklift Operator, you will safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment to ensure smooth warehouse operations. Your role will involve loading and unloading shipments, moving products to proper storage areas, and maintaining accurate inventory control.

• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.
• Load and unload shipments and move products to proper storage areas.
• Verify accuracy and condition of inbound and outbound shipments.
• Report discrepancies, pack, and prepare orders for shipment to meet customer standards.
• Maintain inventory control, assist with stock rotation, and support physical counts.
• Keep equipment and work areas clean, orderly, and in compliance with OSHA/MSDS safety standards.
• Perform minor equipment maintenance and complete required timecards and reports.
• Coordinate with Customer Service, Transportation, and Maintenance to ensure smooth operations.
• Support facility upkeep, pallet repair, labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and light assembly as needed.

• Proficiency in operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Experience in inventory control and material handling.
• Ability to use RF scanners and pallet jacks.
• Experience in shipping and receiving operations.
• Competence in order picking and general warehouse labor.

• Ability to efficiently stack and store merchandise in appropriate areas following management and customer guidelines.

Join a dynamic team where safety and efficiency are prioritized. Enjoy opportunities for growth and development in a collaborative and supportive work environment.

You will be working in a fast-paced warehouse setting, where safety gear is required. The role involves operating various types of warehouse equipment and requires adherence to safety and cleanliness standards. Flexibility in shift hours may be necessary to meet operational demands.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Avon, NY.

The pay range for this position is $22.50 - $23.50/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Avon,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 6, 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.