Food-Production Forklift Operator, 2nd Shift

Aerotek; Kansas; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Aerotek in Lenexa, KS is seeking a Forklift Operator to support production and order picking in a climate-regulated food facility. You will operate a stand-up forklift, move materials, and help with shipping and receiving while keeping areas clean and safe.

The role requires at least 1 year of forklift experience, ability to lift 50 lbs, and English literacy to read docs. Shifts available: Production Support 2:00 pm–10:30 pm and Order Picking 2:30 pm–11:00 pm, Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience operating a stand-up forklift in a warehouse or production environment.
• Proficiency in stand-up forklift operation in tight spaces around production equipment.
• Experience with material handling: pallets, skids, and raw materials.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Ability to perform order picking with accuracy and attention to detail.
• English reading and comprehension to follow work instructions and safety docs.
• Understand inventory handling and warehouse processes.
• Follow GMP guidelines in a food manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate a stand-up forklift safely and efficiently in both production and warehouse areas.
• Transport raw materials from the warehouse to production areas.
• Load skids onto trucks for outbound shipments per procedures.
• Pick customer orders accurately and stage for shipment.
• Manually lift and move boxes weighing 20–30 lbs, up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Move pallets, stack, and organize using forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Support inventory by moving, organizing, tracking materials and finished goods.
• Assist with shipping and receiving, including unloading inbound materials and loading outbound shipments.
• Follow GMP guidelines and facility procedures at all times.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area in warehouse and food facility.
• Communicate effectively in English to follow instructions and read documentation.
• Adhere to safety rules, equipment procedures, and production schedules.

Skills

Stand-up forklift

Warehouse experience

Order picking

Heavy lifting

Inventory handling

English reading

GMP compliance

Job description

Aerotek in Lenexa, KS is seeking a Forklift Operator to support production and order picking in a climate-regulated food facility. You will operate a stand-up forklift, move materials, and help with shipping and receiving while keeping areas clean and safe.

The role requires at least 1 year of forklift experience, ability to lift 50 lbs, and English literacy to read docs. Shifts available: Production Support 2:00 pm–10:30 pm and Order Picking 2:30 pm–11:00 pm, Monday–Friday.