Forklift Operator

Aerotek; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 2,549,000 - 2,686,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Weekly pay

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Forklift Operator in Hazleton, PA, for a contract-to-hire full-time role. You will operate stand-up forklifts in a cold storage and freezer setting, load trucks with RF scanners, and organize frozen dough products. Shift rotations include 2nd or 3rd, with weekend availability.

You'll work in sub-zero temperatures, wear provided cold gear, and follow safety procedures to ensure accurate order fulfillment and inventory control.

Qualifications

• Proven stand-up forklift experience, preferably in cold storage or freezer
• Able to operate safely in sub-zero temperatures with provided cold gear
• Experience with RF scanners for order selection and inventory tracking
• Willingness to work 2nd or 3rd shift and alternate weekends
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to SOPs

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up/RC forklifts safely in a cold storage and freezer environment.
• Load and unload trucks using a forklift and RF scanner.
• Move, stack, and organize frozen dough products within warehouse and freezer areas.
• Use RF scanners to track inventory and verify orders.
• Follow safety procedures in sub-zero temperatures.
• Rotate in/out of the freezer every 40–45 minutes and take warming breaks.
• Work 2nd or 3rd shift (2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. or 10:00 p.m.–6:30 a.m.), Monday–Friday, with every other weekend availability.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including handling of cold gear.
• Communicate with teammates and supervisors to ensure timely order fulfillment.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanner use

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Cold environment tolerance

Shift flexibility

Inventory management

Tools

RF scanner

Job description

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

This role involves operating stand-up forklifts in a cold storage and freezer environment to safely move, load, and organize frozen dough products. You work primarily on 2nd shift, rotating in and out of a freezer area, and use RF scanners to accurately load trucks and manage inventory.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up (RC) forklifts safely and efficiently in a cold storage and freezer environment.
• Load and unload trucks accurately using a forklift and RF scanner.
• Move, stack, and organize frozen dough products within the warehouse and freezer areas.
• Use RF scanners to scan, track, and verify inventory and orders.
• Follow all safety procedures while working in a freezer at sub-zero temperatures.
• Rotate in and out of the freezer approximately every 4045 minutes, taking warming breaks as scheduled.
• Work assigned 2nd or 3rd shift Monday through Friday and remain available to work every other weekend, with two days off during the week.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including proper handling of cold gear and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.

Essential Skills

• Proven forklift experience with stand-up / RC forklifts.
• Demonstrated ability to operate a stand-up forklift safely in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to work in a freezer environment at approximately -10 degrees while wearing provided cold gear.
• Capability to load trucks and operate RF scanners for order selection and inventory tracking.
• Experience as an order selector using forklifts in a warehouse or cold storage setting.
• Willingness and ability to work 2nd shift (2:00 p.m. 10:30 p.m.) or 3rd shift (10:00 p.m. 6:30 a.m.), Monday through Friday.
• Flexibility to work every other weekend with two days off during the week.
• Comfort working in cold conditions and rotating in and out of freezer areas regularly.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous stand-up forklift experience in a freezer or cold storage facility.
• Experience in order selection, warehouse operations, or logistics.
• Interest in growing into leadership roles within the operation.
• Strong attention to safety and adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-focused environment.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that supports long-term growth and offers clear opportunities to move into leadership roles, with real examples of employees progressing from temporary positions into supervisory roles. The environment values reliability, safety, and teamwork, giving you the chance to build a stable career while developing your skills in warehouse and forklift operations.

Work Environment

You work in a cold storage and freezer facility that handles frozen dough products. The freezer area operates at sub-zero temperatures, around -10 degrees, while other cold storage areas remain at approximately 32 degrees. All necessary cold gear and overalls are provided, and you rotate in and out of the freezer every 4045 minutes, with 1015 minute breaks to warm up. The role is on 2nd shift (2:00 p.m. 10:30 p.m.) or 3rd shift (10:00 p.m. 6:30 a.m.), Monday through Friday, with required availability for every other weekend and two days off during the week. The facility uses stand-up forklifts and RF scanners, and you work in an industrial warehouse setting focused on safety, consistency, and efficient operations.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $19.00/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 job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available 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 Hazleton, PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

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.