Forklift Operator IMMEDIATE HIRE & START

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Forklift Operator IMMEDIATE HIRE & START

Bayonne, NJ -- $19 hour

This role involves safely operating stand-up or sit-down forklifts in a warehouse or manufacturing environment to move, stack, load, unload, and stage pallets while accurately tracking inventory using scanners and computer systems. You support daily shipping, receiving, and material handling activities and assist with general housekeeping tasks to keep the facility clean, organized, and efficient.

Responsibilities

• Operate traditional stand-up and sit-down forklifts to move materials throughout the warehouse and manufacturing facility.
• Handle pallets by stacking, loading, unloading, and staging them in designated areas.
• Use RF scanners and computer systems to scan inventory in and out and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Support shipping and receiving processes by moving, organizing, and staging inbound and outbound materials.
• Perform material handling tasks using equipment such as electric pallet jacks.
• Follow all safety procedures and complete a 2-hour paid safety training before starting on the floor.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including sweeping, cleaning, and general housekeeping tasks as needed.
• Communicate effectively in a bilingual environment to coordinate tasks and ensure smooth operations.
• Assist with additional duties as required to support overall warehouse and manufacturing operations.

Essential Skills

• 1–2 years of experience operating either a sit-down or traditional stand-up forklift in a warehouse environment.
• Proficiency using RF scanners and computer systems to scan inventory in and out.
• Hands-on experience handling pallets, including stacking, loading, unloading, and staging.
• Ability to work safely and follow established safety procedures and training.
• Bilingual communication skills.
• Comfort performing general facility tasks such as sweeping, cleaning, and organizing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift certification for traditional stand-up or sit-down equipment is preferred.
• Experience using electric pallet jacks.
• Inventory control experience is a plus.
• Shipping and receiving experience is a plus.
• Ability to adapt to different tasks and support various warehouse and manufacturing operations.
• Basic computer literacy to work with inventory and scanning systems.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bayonne, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $19.50/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 Bayonne,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.