Forklift Operator 20hr

Forklift Operator | 1st Shift | $20+HR | START ASAP! Job Description As a Forklift Operator, you will play a crucial role in our operations during the 1st shift, from 6:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Saturday. Your primary responsibility will be to operate forklifts and pallet jacks to move products efficiently as dictated by the manufacturing system, daily work schedule, or associate requests. You will ensure direct materials are available for the manufacturing and assembly of orders, manage inventory pulls, and load and unload materials onto trucks or designated vehicles. Additionally, you will operate an overhead crane, practice proper rigging and lifting techniques, organize the Receiving Department area, and assist stock pullers as needed. Responsibilities Operate forklifts and pallet jacks. Move products as dictated by the manufacturing system and work schedules. Ensure availability of direct materials for manufacturing and assembly. Manage inventory pulls and inventory management. Unload and load materials onto trucks or designated vehicles. Effectively operate overhead cranes. Practice proper rigging and lifting techniques. Organize the Receiving Department area and assist stock pullers. Essential Skills Forklift operating experience. Experience with reading and interpreting work orders. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Willingness to work overtime. Why Work Here? Join a family-owned company that has been thriving for over 100 years and is dedicated to investing in and caring for its employees. Enjoy benefits such as medical and vision insurance, 401k with company match, and tuition reimbursement. The company offers long-term career opportunities and has doubled in size over the last two years, providing a stable and exciting workplace. Experience a clean and temperature-controlled facility with additional perks like holiday cookouts and food trucks at the Port Clinton facility. Take advantage of overtime opportunities for significant paychecks. Work Environment Work in a clean and well-lit environment where you will regularly stand, walk, use your hands, and reach with your arms. Occasionally, you may need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. You will regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds, frequently up to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 100 pounds. The facility provides a safe and accommodating workspace for all employees. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 Norwalk,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 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.