Forklift Operator

Aerotek; Providence Forge (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Providence Forge, VA is seeking an Outbound / Order Puller with sit-down forklift experience to process returned and recalled items on a fast-paced distribution line. You will use an RF scanner, read labels, and build pallets while maintaining safety and inventory accuracy.

This contract-to-hire role is onsite at Providence Forge, with a pay rate of $19.00 per hour. Work involves standing for long periods and repetitive tasks, with benefits available after eligibility.

Qualifications

• Must have sit down forklift experience

Responsibilities

• Process returned and recalled items from retail stores according to established procedures.
• Use an RF scanner to identify, scan, and process items moving along a conveyor belt.
• Read and follow labels to determine whether items should be returned to distribution center shelves, rerouted to other distribution centers, or sent back to retail stores.
• Place scanned items in the correct location or container based on system instructions.
• Build and wrap pallets of processed returned and recalled items securely for storage or shipment.
• Handle, move, and organize items safely and efficiently throughout the work area.
• Perform repetitive tasks while standing in one place along the conveyor line for most of the shift.
• Maintain accurate inventory handling practices while picking, sorting, and staging products.
• Operate basic material handling equipment, such as pallet jacks, as needed.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.

Skills

Sit-down forklift

Job description

Job Title: Outbound / Order Puller - FORKLIFT/EPJ

Job Description

The Outbound / Order Puller accurately processes returned and recalled items from retail locations so they can be restocked, rerouted to other distribution centers, or sent back to stores. This role works along a conveyor line using an RF scanner to identify, scan, and sort products, while building and wrapping pallets of processed items. The position involves repetitive tasks and requires standing in one place for extended periods in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Responsibilities

• Process returned and recalled items from retail stores according to established procedures.

• Use an RF scanner to identify, scan, and process items moving along a conveyor belt.

• Read and follow labels to determine whether items should be returned to distribution center shelves, rerouted to other distribution centers, or sent back to retail stores.

• Place scanned items in the correct location or container based on system instructions.

• Build and wrap pallets of processed returned and recalled items securely for storage or shipment.

• Handle, move, and organize items safely and efficiently throughout the work area.

• Perform repetitive tasks while standing in one place along the conveyor line for most of the shift.

• Maintain accurate inventory handling practices while picking, sorting, and staging products.

• Operate basic material handling equipment, such as pallet jacks, as needed.

• Keep the work area clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.

Essential Skills

Must have sit down forklift experience

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Providence Forge, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $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 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Providence Forge,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 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.