Forklift Drivers

Aerotek; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Competitive pay

Clean and safe work environment

Career advancement opportunities

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Aerotek in New Albany, OH is hiring experienced Forklift Operators for a contract-to-hire role in a modern distribution center.

Shifts include day and night options with overtime opportunities. You will operate reach trucks, load/unload shipments, and use RF scanners to move and track inventory, while maintaining a safe work environment and supporting shipping and receiving processes.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a Reach Truck.
• Experience operating a Stand-Up Forklift.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate reach trucks and stand-up forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound shipments.
• Pick, move, and stage products throughout the warehouse.
• Use RF scanners to track inventory and complete transactions.
• Support shipping, receiving, and inventory control operations.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Skills

Reach truck operation

Stand-up forklift

RF scanners

Inventory control

Teamwork

Tools

RF scanners

Warehouse software

Job description

Forklift Operator - Now Hiring!

? Location: New Albany, Ohio

Pay: $23-$25/hour + Overtime Available

We are seeking experienced Forklift Operators to join a growing distribution center in New Albany, Ohio . This is a great opportunity to work in a clean, modern warehouse environment with competitive pay, consistent scheduling, and opportunities for long-term growth.

Schedule

Day Shift (6:00 AM - 6:00 PM)

• Sunday - Tuesday
• Thursday - Saturday
• Work every other Wednesday

Night Shift (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM)

• Sunday - Tuesday
• Thursday - Saturday
• Work every other Wednesday

Responsibilities

• Operate reach trucks and stand-up forklifts safely and efficiently
• Load and unload inbound and outbound shipments
• Pick, move, and stage products throughout the warehouse
• Use RF scanners to track inventory and complete transactions
• Support shipping, receiving, and inventory control operations
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment

Requirements

• Experience operating a Reach Truck
• Experience operating a Stand-Up Forklift
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Experience using RF scanners and warehouse technology
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous distribution center or warehouse experience
• Experience operating pallet jacks and order pickers

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay: $23-$25/hour
• Overtime opportunities available
• Clean and safe work environment
• Career advancement opportunities
• Stable schedule with a team-oriented culture

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

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.