Forklift Operator

African American Talent; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consistent 4-day work week

Competitive hourly pay

401(k) retirement plan

Employee recognition and rewards

Fitness reimbursement opportunities

Career advancement potential within a

Job summary

Aerotek in Denver is seeking a reliable Forklift Operator for a PET plastic manufacturing environment. This 1st shift (Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM) role involves transporting materials, supporting production, and maintaining inventory accuracy while upholding safety standards.

You will operate forklifts and RF scanners, load/unload materials, and assist with packaging and warehouse duties. Competitive hourly pay with a contract-to-hire path and a fully onsite, safety-focused workplace.

Qualifications

• Previous forklift operating experience in a warehouse or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to follow written work instructions and operate RF scanners.
• Experience working around production machinery or manufacturing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality and workplace safety.
• Experience in plastics manufacturing, molding, or PET production is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment.
• Transport finished products from production lines to designated warehouse and staging locations.
• Supply raw materials and support automated production processes as needed.
• Conduct routine quality checks and accurately record inspection results.
• Utilize RF scanning equipment to track inventory movement and maintain stock accuracy.
• Load and unload incoming materials and outbound shipments.
• Adhere to all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Assist with packaging, production support, and other warehouse duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation experience

Tools

RF scanners

Job description

Forklift Operator

1st Shift | Monday-Thursday | 7:00 AM-5:00 PM

$22/hr DOE

We are currently looking for a reliable and safety-minded Forklift Operator to join our team in a PET plastic manufacturing environment. In this role, you will be responsible for transporting materials throughout the facility, supporting production operations, maintaining inventory accuracy, and helping ensure products meet quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment.

• Transport finished products from production lines to designated warehouse and staging locations.

• Supply raw materials and support automated production processes as needed.

• Conduct routine quality checks and accurately record inspection results.

• Utilize RF scanning equipment to track inventory movement and maintain stock accuracy.

• Load and unload incoming materials and outbound shipments.

• Adhere to all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.

• Assist with packaging, production support, and other warehouse duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Previous forklift operating experience in a warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing setting.

• Ability to follow written work instructions and operate RF scanners.

• Experience working around production machinery or manufacturing equipment is preferred.

• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality and workplace safety.

• Experience in plastics manufacturing, molding, or PET production is a plus.

Benefits & Perks

• Consistent 4-day work week

• Competitive hourly pay

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Employee recognition and rewards programs

• Fitness reimbursement opportunities

• Career advancement potential within a safety-focused workplace

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Denver, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Denver, CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Denver,CO.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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.