Forklift Operator

Aerotek; Anderson (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Sit-Down Forklift Operator in Anderson, IN to join the night shift within a GMP-compliant food manufacturing environment. The role involves moving materials, palletizing orders, and staging items for the distribution center in a Contract to Hire arrangement.

The position requires experience operating a sit-down forklift and adherence to PPE and GMP standards. Night shifts run from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM with orientation including forklift training and PIT computer testing.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a sit-down forklift.
• Ability to comply with PPE requirements in a GMP facility.
• Self-motivated and able to stay on task.
• Experience with RF scanners.
• Order picking experience in a warehouse environment.
• Experience with electric pallet jacks.

Responsibilities

• Palletizing orders for the distribution center.
• Operating sit-down forklift to move materials from machine lines to staging areas for the distribution center.
• Moving and staging both empty and full pallets of material.
• Wrapping tops of pallets to send to wrapping machine.

Skills

Sit-down forklift experience

PPE compliance GMP facility

Self-motivated and focused

Order picking

RF scanners

Electric pallet jacks

Tools

RF scanners

Electric pallet jacks

Job description

Job Title: Forklift Operator Job Description

A large manufacturer located in Anderson, IN is seeking a Sit-Down Forklift Operator to join their Supply Chain department during night shifts. The role involves working within a food manufacturing facility, adhering to GMP standards.

Responsibilities

• Palletizing orders for the distribution center.
• Operating sit-down forklift to move materials from machine lines to staging areas for the distribution center.
• Moving and staging both empty and full pallets of material.
• Wrapping tops of pallets to send to wrapping machine.

Essential Skills

• Experience operating a sit-down forklift.
• Ability to comply with PPE requirements in a GMP facility.
• Self-motivated and able to stay on task.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with RF scanners.
• Order picking experience in a warehouse environment.
• Experience with electric pallet jacks.

Why Work Here?

Upon direct hire, employees enjoy an increase in pay rates, comprehensive health benefits starting 30 days after hire, access to a company store, tuition reimbursement, and team-provided lunches once a month. The company offers opportunities for upward mobility and career advancement.

Work Environment

Employees are required to adhere to strict GMP standards including wearing company-issued uniforms, steel-toed shoes, and appropriate PPE. The facility mandates specific attire and hygiene practices, including the use of hair nets, beard nets, and gloves. Personal items such as jewelry and electronics are restricted in production areas. Employees work on a 2-2-3 schedule with night shifts from 6:00PM to 6:00AM, and orientation includes PIT computer testing and forklift training.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Anderson, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Anderson, IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Anderson,IN.

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.