Forklift Operator

  • Aerotek
  • South Plainfield, New Jersey
  • Full Time
Shipping and Receiving Clerk**

**Job Description**

We are seeking dedicated and reliable Forklift Operators for our site in South Plainfield. **This role is ideal for individuals comfortable working in narrow aisles, at heights, and using RF scanners.**

**Responsibilities**

+ Efficiently manage the shipping and receiving processes.

+ Operate reach trucks and forklifts safely and effectively.

+ Handle general labor tasks including lifting boxes up to 50 lbs.

+ Ensure accurate order picking and packing using RF scanners.

+ Maintain an organized and clean work environment.

**Essential Skills**

+ Experience with order picking and shipping & receiving operations.

+ Proficiency in operating a reach truck and forklift.

+ Strong ability to lift and handle boxes consistently up to 50 lbs.

+ Basic computer skills including use of FedEx database and SAP.

**Additional Skills & Qualifications**

+ Punctuality and reliable attendance are mandatory.

+ Professional and presentable demeanor.

+ Interest in career growth within the company.

**Pay and Benefits**

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)

**Workplace Type**

This is a fully onsite position in South Plainfield,NJ.

**Application Deadline**

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 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.
Job ID: 486925453
Originally Posted on: 7/26/2025

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