Forklift Operator

Aerotek; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 paid holidays

Birthday off with pay

401(k) plan

Low-cost benefits

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Forklift Operator for a large distribution warehouse in Bethlehem, PA. The role involves operating stand-up forklifts, loading/unloading trucks, and moving pallets while ensuring accuracy and GMP/SOP compliance for FDA-regulated products.

Responsibilities include RF scanner usage, inventory tasks, and maintaining safety standards. The position offers 12-hour shift options and a contract-to-hire path with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Experience operating stand-up forklifts (Crown stand-up and high-reach).
• Experience loading/unloading trucks in warehouse/distribution environments.
• Able to use RF scanners and basic computer systems for inventory tasks.
• Strong detail orientation with FDA-regulated products and SOPs.
• Must follow GMPs and SOPs after training.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up forklifts to move, load, and unload pallets and materials.
• Handle inbound/outbound tasks including shipping and receiving.
• Load/unload trucks while protecting product integrity and following safety guidelines.
• Pick full pallets and case orders; store products properly.
• Use RF scanners and systems to perform inventory transactions and locate products.
• Follow GMPs and SOPs for FDA-regulated products.
• Check orders for accuracy and correct errors before shipping.
• Perform basic math to verify quantities and inventory records.
• Use EPJ and other warehouse equipment to move product safely.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and comply with safety standards.
• Collaborate with teammates and supervisors to meet schedules.
• Support stock checks and cycle counts for inventory control.

Skills

Forklift operations

RF scanner use

Attention to GMP/SOPs

Lift up to 50 lbs

Attendance reliability

12-hour shift availability

Team collaboration

Tools

RF scanners

EPJ / electric pallet jacks

Stand-up forklift types (Crown)

Job description

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

This role operates stand-up forklifts in a large distribution warehouse, handling inbound and outbound shipments, loading and unloading trucks, and moving full pallets to storage locations. You focus on accuracy and quality while working with FDA-regulated products, ensuring that all activities follow established procedures and standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up forklifts, including Crown stand-up and high-reach trucks, to safely move, load, and unload pallets and materials.

• Perform inbound and outbound tasks, including shipping and receiving, to support warehouse operations.

• Load and unload trucks efficiently while protecting product integrity and following all safety guidelines.

• Pick full pallets and dedicated case orders, then place product into appropriate storage locations.

• Use RF scanners and basic computer systems to perform inventory transactions, locate product, and confirm orders.

• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to handle FDA-regulated products correctly.

• Prioritize quality over quantity by carefully checking orders, identifying mistakes, and correcting errors before they leave the facility.

• Perform basic math to verify counts, confirm quantities, and ensure accurate inventory records.

• Use electric pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment to move product safely and efficiently.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with warehouse safety standards.

• Collaborate with warehouse team members and supervisors to meet production and shipping schedules.

• Support inventory control activities by assisting with stock checks, cycle counts, and product location verification.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience operating stand-up forklifts, including Crown stand-up and high-reach trucks.

• Experience loading and unloading trucks in a warehouse, distribution, shipping, or receiving environment.

• Ability to use RF scanners and basic computer systems to perform inventory and order-related tasks.

• Strong attention to detail, especially when working with FDA-regulated products and documented procedures.

• Ability to follow and uphold Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) once trained.

• Capability to lift up to 50 lbs as part of daily warehouse activities.

• Stable and consistent work history demonstrating reliability and strong attendance.

• Basic math skills to verify quantities, counts, and inventory accuracy.

• Comfort working with outbound, inbound, warehouse, shipping, and receiving tasks.

• Ability to work assigned shifts, including 12-hour shifts and every other Wednesday, as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with GMPs and SOPs is a plus.

• SAP or other inventory management system experience is a plus.

• Experience with electric pallet jacks (EPJ) and order selecting is beneficial.

• Experience as a dedicated case picker or order selector is an advantage.

• Experience in large distribution centers or semi-climate-controlled warehouses is helpful.

Why Work Here?

You join a modern, safety-focused facility that invests in its people through clear progression and meaningful rewards. Once hired on, you receive 12 paid holidays, your birthday off with pay, a 401(k), and low-cost benefits. You can earn level-based raises of $1 per level, with progression tied to your performance and attendance, plus annual raises that recognize your ongoing contributions. The company promotes engagement and a positive culture with events, parties, giveaways, and other activities that make you feel valued and connected.

Work Environment

You work in a large, modern distribution hub of approximately 500,000 square feet with around 40 employees. The facility is semi-climate controlled and brand new, with air conditioning in the summer and cooler conditions in the winter to keep products at the required temperature. The site handles chocolate-related products such as roasted beans, chocolate liquor, powders, and cocoa butter. Multiple shift options are available, including day and night shifts. Typical day shifts run 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday with every other Wednesday, or 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday with every other Wednesday. Night shifts include 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday with every other Wednesday, or 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday with every other Wednesday. There is also a Sunday through Thursday schedule from 7:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. You work with stand-up forklifts, high-reach trucks, RF scanners, and electric pallet jacks in a structured warehouse environment that emphasizes safety, product quality, and adherence to regulated handling procedures.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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)

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.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bethlehem,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2026.

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.