Forklift Operator

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

We are seeking dedicated and experienced Forklift Operators to join our team for the day shift from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. This role requires proficiency in operating stand-up type forklifts with minimal training. The position involves performing duties as both a freight handler and forklift driver, including loading and unloading freight from containers, palletizing, and conducting quality checks on products.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up forklifts efficiently.

• Unload and load freight from containers and trucks.

• Palletize products and perform quality checks.

• Lift 50-75 lbs. regularly, occasionally lifting up to 120 lbs. with assistance.

• Utilize RF scanners to ensure accuracy in inventory handling.

• Understand and participate in the supply chain process by starting with offloading duties.

• Pass a forklift test prior to the first day of work.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 6 months experience with 'Stand Up' forklifts.

• Cross Dock Experience in warehousing.

• Ability to lift 50-75 lbs. repeatedly.

• Attention to detail, especially in reading numbers accurately.

• Willingness to manually unload and load trucks throughout the shift.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience with Crown Electric stand-up loader, cherry picker, or stand-up reach forklift.

• Experience with various styles of sit-down forklifts.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy holiday pay after 90 days and premium pay compared to the market. Additionally, there is no drug screen required.

Work Environment

The work takes place in an expeditors warehouse with products stacked on racks and dock doors surrounding the facility. Teams consist of medium-sized groups (10+ employees), with forklifts continuously moving in and out of containers and throughout the warehouse. Candidates will be part of a dynamic environment where hand stacking is occasionally required.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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 Puyallup,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2025.

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.