Reach Truck Operator

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

This role involves operating equipment for 80-90% of your shift within a warehouse setting, focusing on storing and shipping out raw materials.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklift for most of the shift.
• Pick and load orders efficiently.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Receive and put away goods.
• Use RF system for picking tasks.
• Lift up to 50 lbs periodically.

Essential Skills

• Standup reach truck certification with 2 years of experience.
• Experience in RF system picking.
• Ability to operate in a warehouse environment, including pick/pack tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a highly intensive and physical work environment, preferably in manufacturing sectors like food, pharma, or chemicals.
• Ability to operate a stand-up forklift.

Why Work Here?

Join a union on-site upon becoming a permanent employee. Work in a newer facility under a reputable client, offering a stable and structured environment.

Work Environment

The position offers two shift options: Monday-Friday from 6:00am-2:30pm and 9:00am-5:45pm, providing a consistent 40-hour work week. You will work in a food manufacturing environment that adheres to CGMP and HAACP guidelines. Proper attire includes work boots, no jewelry, and appropriate hair netting. The warehouse employs about 20 associates, creating a collaborative and dynamic workplace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pennsauken, New Jersey.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Pennsauken,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 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.