Job Title: 3rd Shift High Reach Forklift Operator
Job Description
This role involves operating both stand-up and sit-down forklifts to supply materials to production assemblers and to move completed parts to shipping for delivery. You will support production flow by ensuring materials are staged accurately and on time, and you may also work in the shipping and receiving area to load and unload trucks with finished parts. The position requires safe, efficient forklift operation in a fast-paced warehouse environment with tight spaces and high traffic.
Responsibilities
Operate both stand-up and sit-down forklifts safely and efficiently in a busy warehouse environment.
Supply assemblers with the correct materials for production in a timely manner to support continuous workflow.
Transport completed parts from production areas to the shipping department for delivery.
Load and unload trucks in the shipping and receiving area with completed parts and materials as needed.
Follow all safety procedures and maintain strong situational awareness in areas with tight quarters and high forklift and pedestrian traffic.
Conduct basic equipment checks before operation to ensure forklifts are in safe working condition.
Handle materials carefully to prevent damage to parts, equipment, and facility infrastructure.
Work collaboratively with production, shipping, and warehouse teams to coordinate material flow and meet operational deadlines.
Complete assigned tasks within established timeframes while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Participate in any required forklift testing or evaluations to demonstrate safe and effective equipment operation.
Essential Skills
Proven ability to operate both stand-up and sit-down forklifts safely and effectively.
Ability to pass a forklift test demonstrating safe and competent operation of the necessary equipment.
Experience working in a warehouse, material handling, or shipping and receiving environment.
Strong attention to safety, especially when working in tight quarters with multiple forklifts and personnel.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment while maintaining accuracy.
Capability to follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to operational procedures.
Physical ability to work on your feet and perform material handling tasks throughout the shift.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Previous experience as a forklift operator in production or distribution environments.
Experience in material handling, warehouse operations, shipping, or receiving.
Comfort operating in both stand-up and sit-down forklift configurations, with willingness to work where assigned.
Willingness to participate in additional training or coaching to improve forklift skills if needed.
Why Work Here?
You will join a fast-paced, customer-focused operation where your skills directly support the efficiency and success of the facility. The environment offers steady, full-shift hours and the structure of a unionized workplace, providing clear guidelines, protections, and expectations. You will work alongside a team that values safety, coordination, and reliability, with opportunities to strengthen your experience in high-volume warehouse and logistics operations.
Work Environment
The work takes place in a fast-paced, customer-focused warehouse and production support facility. You will operate forklifts in areas with tight quarters and significant forklift and pedestrian traffic, requiring constant attention to safety and surroundings. The facility is not climate controlled, so temperatures can be warm in the summer and cool in the winter. This is a union environment, and employees are expected to pay union dues in accordance with union policies. The role follows structured shift schedules: first shift typically runs Monday through Thursday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with possible additional hours before or after the shift, and third shift runs Monday night through Thursday night from 7:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. Work attire should be appropriate for a warehouse setting and variable temperatures, with any required safety gear used as directed.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of York, PA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.21 - $21.21/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 York,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 23, 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.
