Forklift Operator

Aerotek; Burbank (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Warehouse Operator in Burbank, WA to join a fast-paced logistics team. You will handle order fulfillment, inbound/outbound freight, and quality control to ensure accurate, on-time deliveries.

This contract-to-hire role offers competitive pay ($21.50–$22.50 per hour), onsite work, and benefits. Candidates with 0–2 years of warehouse experience and strong interpersonal skills are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position
• Good interpersonal skills
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Generally prefer 0-2 years of experience
• Warehouse experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Order Fulfillment: Pick, scan, label, stage, and replenish products.
• Inbound/Outbound Freight: Load and unload freight from vehicles and containers; sort by size and destination.
• Documentation & Quality Control: Decode freight codes, label, weigh, and inspect shipments.
• Safety & Compliance: Follow safety protocols and OSHA standards.
• Equipment Operation: Safely operate warehouse equipment and report issues promptly.
• Attendance & Engagement: Maintain reliable attendance and adapt to schedule changes or overtime.
• Culture & Respect: Demonstrate professionalism and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Additional Duties: Maintenance, cleanup, overtime as needed.

Skills

Packing

Inventory Management

Production

Loading

Material Handling

Pallet Jack

General Labor

Repetitive Lifting

Load/Unload

Fast Pace

Warehouse Experience

Forklift Operation

Picking

RF Scanner

Shipping & Receiving

Order Picking

Education

High School Diploma

Equivalent Qualification

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Operator

Job Description

Join a dynamic logistics company that connects the world through a global network. We encourage you to shape your career by making meaningful contributions within a diverse team of over 76,000 colleagues worldwide. In this role, you will be responsible for the accurate and efficient handling of products and freight in a warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Order Fulfillment: Pick, scan, label, stage, and replenish products using pallet jacks; package, band, shrink-wrap, and label per client requirements.

• Inbound/Outbound Freight: Load and unload freight from vehicles and containers; sort by size and destination; reconcile driver pickup and delivery manifests.

• Documentation & Quality Control: Read and decode freight codes to expedite movement; label, weigh, and dimensionalize freight; inspect and record damaged or misrouted shipments.

• Safety & Compliance: Follow all safety protocols, maintain a clean and orderly workspace, and comply with company policies and OSHA standards.

• Equipment Operation: Safely operate and maintain warehouse equipment; report issues promptly.

• Attendance & Engagement: Maintain reliable attendance, stay attentive and productive throughout shifts, and adapt to schedule changes or overtime as needed.

• Culture & Respect: Demonstrate professionalism, respect toward leadership and coworkers, and contribute to a positive team environment.

• Additional Duties: Assist with maintenance, perform cleanup activities, work overtime as needed, and other tasks as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Packing

• Inventory Management

• Production

• Loading

• Material Handling

• Pallet Jack Operation

• General Labor

• Repetitive Lifting

• Load and Unloading Product

• Fast Pace Adaptability

• Warehouse Experience

• Forklift Operation

• Picking

• RF Scanner Usage

• Shipping and Receiving

• Order Picking

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Entry-level position

• Good interpersonal skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Generally prefer 0-2 years of experience

• Warehouse experience preferred

Why Work Here?

Earn up to 3 weeks' vacation in your first year, along with holidays and sick days. Enjoy comprehensive health insurance from day one, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs coverage. Benefit from career advancement opportunities through continual training and development. Prioritize your safety with provided protective gear and access to health advocacy support for you and your family. Receive company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage. Take advantage of a 401(k) option.

Work Environment

The work environment involves frequent walking, standing, and bending, with the ability to lift, push, or pull 2150 lbs. You may occasionally need to reach, squat, or kneel. Positions are available for different shifts: Sunday to Wednesday (Days), Wednesday to Saturday (Days), and Wednesday to Saturday (Nights).

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burbank, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.50 - $22.50/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burbank, WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Burbank,WA.

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.