Cold Storage Forklift Operator | RF Scanning & Freezer

Aerotek; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 2,549,000 - 2,686,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Weekly pay

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Forklift Operator in Hazleton, PA, for a contract-to-hire full-time role. You will operate stand-up forklifts in a cold storage and freezer setting, load trucks with RF scanners, and organize frozen dough products. Shift rotations include 2nd or 3rd, with weekend availability.

You'll work in sub-zero temperatures, wear provided cold gear, and follow safety procedures to ensure accurate order fulfillment and inventory control.

Qualifications

• Proven stand-up forklift experience, preferably in cold storage or freezer
• Able to operate safely in sub-zero temperatures with provided cold gear
• Experience with RF scanners for order selection and inventory tracking
• Willingness to work 2nd or 3rd shift and alternate weekends
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to SOPs

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up/RC forklifts safely in a cold storage and freezer environment.
• Load and unload trucks using a forklift and RF scanner.
• Move, stack, and organize frozen dough products within warehouse and freezer areas.
• Use RF scanners to track inventory and verify orders.
• Follow safety procedures in sub-zero temperatures.
• Rotate in/out of the freezer every 40–45 minutes and take warming breaks.
• Work 2nd or 3rd shift (2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. or 10:00 p.m.–6:30 a.m.), Monday–Friday, with every other weekend availability.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including handling of cold gear.
• Communicate with teammates and supervisors to ensure timely order fulfillment.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanner use

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Cold environment tolerance

Shift flexibility

Inventory management

Tools

RF scanner

Job description

Aerotek is hiring a Forklift Operator in Hazleton, PA, for a contract-to-hire full-time role. You will operate stand-up forklifts in a cold storage and freezer setting, load trucks with RF scanners, and organize frozen dough products. Shift rotations include 2nd or 3rd, with weekend availability.

You'll work in sub-zero temperatures, wear provided cold gear, and follow safety procedures to ensure accurate order fulfillment and inventory control.