Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to handle loading and unloading of freight to and from vehicles and containers. This role involves sorting freight according to size and destination, reading and decoding freight codes, and reconciling driver pick-up and delivery manifests. Additionally, the Forklift Operator will be responsible for labeling, weighing, and dimensionalizing freight, as well as recording any damaged shipments or misrouted freight on applicable reports. Ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the dock through performing cleanup activities is also a key part of this role.

Responsibilities

Load inbound and outbound freight to and from vehicles and containers.Unload inbound and outbound containers and sort according to size of freight and destination.Read, decode, and decipher freight coding to expedite freight movement and tracing process.Reconcile driver pick-up and delivery manifests.Label, weigh, and dimension Alize freight.Perform cleanup activities in the work area to ensure safety and cleanliness of dock.Record damaged shipments and misrouted freight on applicable reports.

Essential Skills

Experience with forklift operations.Proficiency in material handling.Inventory management skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Certification as a Forklift Operator.Experience as an Equipment Operator.Ability to perform material count efficiently.Pay : 21$/hr to 24$/hr.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that offers opportunities for growth in a clean and modern facility. Be part of a team that values safety, efficiency, and development.

Work Environment

Our shifts provide flexibility with options from Sun-Wed, Wed-Sat, and Fri-Mon. Shift timings include 1st shift from 6:00 am to 4:30 pm, 2nd shift from 4:00 pm to 2:30 am, and 3rd shift from 10:00 pm to 8:30 am. Work in a well-maintained, safe environment that encourages personal development and teamwork.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Independence, Kentucky.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Independence,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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