Forklift Operator

Aerotek • Brockport, NY • 2d ago

Job Title: Forklift Operator Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to join our team in a food production facility. The ideal candidate will operate an electrically powered lift truck safely and efficiently, handling various products and materials within the facility.

Responsibilities

Operate a forklift to load and unload trucks and railcars with finished and bulk products.

Store items according to the facility's inventory system.

Put finished products away in the distribution building from production lines.

Pick and stage orders accurately for shipment.

Stack and retrieve bulk products as needed.

Use Turn-a-Fork and slip sheet attachments to improve efficiency.

Safely operate manual and automatic dock plates.

Use the glad-hand lock system on all trailer braking systems and chock trailers as necessary.

Follow all facility GMP and safe food handling directives.

Collaborate with other lift truck operators and supervisors for optimal product movement.

Assist the Distribution Group Leader with loading outbound shipments.

Use RF scanning units for product movement tracking.

Change lift truck batteries safely and efficiently.

Help produce the highest quality finished products.

Report any food safety, health and safety, or quality issues and initiate necessary actions.

Perform all duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Essential Skills

Experience operating a forklift.

Experience with order selection and picking.

Ability to lift 50lbs comfortably.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Prior production experience.

Experience with inventory management, material handling, loading, picking, and packaging.

Familiarity with pallet jacks, sit down forklifts, cherry pickers, and stand up forklifts.

Experience in shipping and receiving, warehouse inventory management, and general labor.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable and essential company that offers consistent work throughout the year. Enjoy opportunities for growth and promotions, with training available for advancement into roles such as machine operating, quality, and maintenance. Be part of a small, tight-knit team known for being friendly and easy to work with.

Work Environment

Work in a clean, well-lit, and temperature-controlled food manufacturing facility. The company has a strong presence on the American continent and is known for its preserved, frozen, and ready-to-eat products.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of BROCKPORT, New York.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of BROCKPORT, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.50 - $20.50/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in BROCKPORT,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 18, 2026.

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.

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