Forklift Operator | 1st And 2nd Shift

Aerotek; Uniontown (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Forklift Operator on the 1st or 2nd shift in Uniontown, OH. You will operate sit-down forklifts, move materials, load/unload trucks, and keep racks organized while following work orders. Overtime at time-and-a-half is available, with weekly pay and benefits support.

The role requires at least 1 year of forklift experience, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and a high school diploma or GED. This contract-to-hire position is onsite in Uniontown.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year forklift operation experience with sit-down forklifts.
• Ability to load/unload trucks and handle materials safely.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow work orders.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklifts for ~95% of shift.
• Retrieve materials for machine operators and deliver to production areas.
• Move materials and pallets throughout the facility to support operations.
• Load and unload trucks safely and correctly.
• Maintain organized racks, pallets, and storage locations.
• Follow work orders and instructions to place materials correctly.
• Assist with general material handling tasks as needed.
• Keep the work area clean and safe, adhering to housekeeping standards.
• Adapt to warehouse or production operator duties as assigned.
• Lift and move items up to 50 pounds during shifts.
• Work overtime weekly to support production ramp-up.

Skills

Sit-down Forklift

Truck loading/unloading

Detail-oriented

Lifts 50 lbs

Overtime willingness

High school diploma or GED

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Forklift Operator (1st or 2nd Shift) ($18.44-19.44/hr.)

Job Description

This role focuses on operating sit-down forklifts to move materials throughout a manufacturing and warehouse facility. You will retrieve materials for machine operators, load and unload trucks, and maintain organized racks and pallets while accurately following work orders. You will spend the majority of each shift operating a forklift, and your specific day-to-day tasks may vary depending on whether you are supporting warehouse operations or production activities. You will also assist with general material handling and other tasks as needed while maintaining a clean and orderly work area. We are looking for individuals to start as soon as possible. We offer weekly pay with overtime paying time and a half.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklifts safely and efficiently for approximately 95% of each shift.

• Retrieve materials for machine operators and deliver them to designated production areas.

• Move materials, pallets, and products throughout the facility in support of both warehouse and production operations.

• Load and unload trucks, ensuring materials are handled safely and correctly.

• Maintain and organize racks, pallets, and storage locations to support efficient material flow.

• Accurately follow work orders and instructions to ensure the right materials are moved to the correct locations.

• Assist with general material handling tasks as needed to support overall operations.

• Keep the work area clean, organized, and free of hazards, following facility housekeeping standards.

• Adapt to varying day-to-day tasks depending on assignment to warehouse or production operator duties.

• Lift and move items up to 50 pounds throughout the shift as part of material handling responsibilities.

• Work overtime on a weekly basis as needed to support production and ramp-up schedules.

Essential Skills

• At least one year of forklift operation experience, specifically with sit-down forklifts.

• Ability to safely load and unload trucks and handle materials using a forklift and other material handling methods.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately follow work orders and written instructions.

• Capability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift.

• Willingness to work overtime on a weekly basis, including Saturdays and occasional Sundays.

• High school diploma or GED.

• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in a busy production and warehouse environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Uniontown, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.44 - $19.44/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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Uniontown,OH.

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.