Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Forklift Operator

$17.50/hr.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to join our team. This role involves operating forklifts to move, load, and unload materials and finished goods, ensuring a clean and safe work environment. The position offers a structured schedule with weekends off, allowing for a great work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to move, load, and unload materials and finished goods.
• Store raw materials and retrieve finished products from designated areas.
• Follow pick lists, bills of lading (BOLs), and shipping regulations including DOT, DHS, TSCA, and CT-PAT.
• Operate pumps for tanker off-loading and perform task-specific setup and cleanup.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and manage returned, damaged, or obsolete materials.
• Ensure a clean, safe work environment through the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), daily checklists, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Support warehouse organization and participate in 5S, safety, and environmental programs.
• Capable of lifting and handling containers up to 75 lbs., 60 lb. bags of pigment, or maneuvering drums up to 900 lbs.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in operating forklifts and handling materials.
• Experience in inventory management and loading operations.
• Ability to follow pick lists and bills of lading.
• Knowledge of shipping regulations such as DOT, DHS, TSCA, and CT-PAT.
• Capability to perform labor-intensive tasks and willingness to be cross-trained.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• General labor experience in production processes.
• Familiarity with paint, lacquer, and batch operations.
• Experience with pumps and tanks.

Why Work Here?

Join a dedicated team with a strong tenure averaging around 15 years. Enjoy a collaborative work environment where everyone shares the same goals. Benefit from a consistent schedule with weekends off, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Work Environment

This role is situated in a manufacturing setting, both inside and outside. You will experience varied temperatures, working in both hot and cold conditions. The facility produces around 500,000 gallons, requiring adaptability to different environments.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of ROANOKE, Virginia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $19.00/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 ROANOKE,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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.

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.

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.