Job Title: Warehouse Picker / Stand-Up Forklift Operator
Job Description
This role supports a high-volume global distribution center by accurately picking orders and operating stand-up forklifts to move pallets and products throughout the warehouse. You will use pick tickets, basic math, and material handling equipment to ensure the correct items and quantities are selected and staged for shipment in a fast-paced, warehouse environment.
Responsibilities
Operate a stand-up forklift, including Raymond equipment, to move, load, and unload pallets and product safely and efficiently.
Fulfill customer orders by pulling items from storage locations based on pick tickets and work instructions.
Verify item numbers, quantities, and locations using simple math to ensure accurate order picking and inventory control.
Pull both full pallets and partial pallets, depending on order requirements, and stage them in designated areas for shipping or further processing.
Use warehouse tools and technology, such as RF or Honeywell scan guns, to scan, track, and confirm picked items when required.
Assist with general warehouse tasks including unloading, loading, packaging, and organizing product as needed.
Follow all safety procedures and equipment guidelines while operating industrial equipment and working in the warehouse.
Maintain good attendance, punctuality, and consistent job performance to support steady workflow and team operations.
Contribute to a clean and orderly work area by keeping aisles clear, organizing pallets, and handling materials responsibly.
Essential Skills
Hands-on experience operating industrial equipment, particularly stand-up forklifts.
Previous warehouse experience in a distribution or fulfillment environment.
Demonstrated good job tenure with a history of reliability and consistent work performance.
Ability to read and follow pick tickets and work instructions accurately.
Capability to perform simple math to confirm counts, quantities, and order accuracy.
Comfort working with order picking processes, including pulling, staging, and preparing orders.
Ability to safely load and unload pallets and materials using forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience operating Raymond or Crown stand-up forklifts.
Familiarity with RF scanners or Honeywell scan guns for order picking and inventory tracking.
packaging, loading, and general material handling.
Experience with stand-up forklift operations in a high-volume warehouse.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in order fulfillment.
Willingness to learn additional equipment and processes to support warehouse operations.
Why Work Here?
You join a workplace that rewards reliability and performance with clear paths for growth and advancement. Once you convert to a direct employee, you become eligible for raises and competitive hourly pay, along with a full benefits package. The organization encourages upward mobility, including opportunities to advance into more specialized forklift and warehouse roles, giving you room to develop your skills and build a long-term career in distribution and logistics.
Work Environment
The role is based in a non-climate-controlled warehouse and global distribution center, where you will work around industrial equipment, pallets, and high racks. You will regularly operate stand-up forklifts, including Raymond units, and may use RF or Honeywell scan guns and other warehouse technology to complete tasks. Available schedules include a 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. shift on Thursdays, or a Thursday through Saturday schedule from 5:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. plus an additional 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. shift on Tuesdays. Additional four-hour shifts may be available based on operational needs. The environment is active and fast paced, requiring comfort working on your feet, handling materials, and adapting to changing order volumes
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oklahoma City, OK.
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 Oklahoma City,OK.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 21, 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.
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):
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