Cherry Picker

Aerotek; Nazareth (Northampton County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Cherry Picker for its Nazareth, PA distribution center. You will operate a cherry picker and forklifts, use RF Scanners, and manage put-away and shipping with a focus on accuracy and safety.

The role requires ability to lift 40-70 pounds frequently (up to 100 pounds occasionally) and to work in a fully onsite environment Monday–Friday, with overtime as needed. Contract to hire and a pay rate of $19.00 per hour apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain one.
• Experience in warehouse picking and using RF scanners.
• Comfortable working at heights up to 15-20 feet.

Responsibilities

• Operate cherry picker and other powered industrial trucks.
• Utilize RF Scanners for inventory management and order picking.
• Efficiently put away and pull products for shipping.
• Maintain high accuracy in inventory management.
• Participate in weekly performance reviews.
• Adhere to SOP for safe equipment operation.
• Lift, carry, pull, and push items weighing 40-70 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, and reaching.

Skills

Cherry picker operation

Forklift operation

RF Scanners

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RF Scanners

Inventory management systems

Computer literacy

Job description

Job Title: Cherry Picker

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Cherry Picker in the receiving department, where you will operate cherry pickers and utilize RF Scanners and systems to efficiently manage product put-away and shipping. This role requires proficiency in operating various equipment including forklifts and order pickers, ensuring high accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate cherry picker and other powered industrial trucks.

• Utilize RF Scanners for inventory management and order picking.

• Efficiently put away and pull products for shipping.

• Maintain high accuracy and attention to detail in inventory management.

• Participate in weekly performance reviews and feedback sessions.

• Adhere to standard operating procedures (SOP) for safe equipment operation.

• Lift, carry, pull, and push items weighing 40-70 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.

• Perform frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, and reaching.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in operating cherry picker and forklifts.

• Experience with RF Scanners and inventory management systems.

• Ability to maintain high accuracy and attention to detail.

• Capacity to work independently and solve problems effectively.

• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain one.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Ability to read and write in English.

• Preferred general warehouse experience, especially in the Picking department.

• Computer and scanning equipment experience.

• Comfortable working at heights up to 15-20 feet.

Why Work Here?

Experience a supportive work environment where management is committed to helping employees succeed through regular performance reviews and feedback. Benefit from company investments in safety equipment, including monitors that reduce workplace injuries.

Work Environment

Work in a distribution center for scientific equipment, where teams are dedicated to receiving, picking, and shipping. Join a team of 100-120 employees working collaboratively to ensure timely completion of orders. The facility operates Monday-Friday from 8am-4:30pm with the expectation of 10-hour days early in the week. Be prepared to work overtime as needed to complete daily orders. Employees will be picking throughout the shift and must be comfortable with heights, as racking reaches 15-20 feet in the air. Dress in appropriate attire for a warehouse environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nazareth, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nazareth, PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Nazareth,PA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.