Forklift Operator at Aerotek Sacramento, CA

kozmetickesluzby.vecnakraska.sk - Jobboard; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Paid Time Off/Vacation or Sick Leave

Job summary

kozmetickesluzby.vecnakraska.sk is hiring a Forklift Operator in Sacramento, CA. This contract-to-hire position requires experience with forklifts and order picking, offering excellent benefits and annual raises.

Candidates should be comfortable working in a physically demanding environment, able to lift up to 50 pounds, and engage in teamwork to ensure safety and efficiency.

The role includes a clear path for career advancement from entry-level to senior production specialist.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a sit-down forklift and cherry picker/order picker.
• Ability to work in a physical, fast-paced environment and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfort with heights and ability to adapt to new technologies as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift and cherry picker/order picker, capable of reaching up to 30 feet in the air.
• Pick orders using pick sheets, learning new technologies.
• Physically pull doors down and stack them on pallets.
• Unload trucks and move materials into the warehouse.
• Engage in physical labor, including lifting heavy items.

Skills

Forklift operation

Order picking

Heavy lifting

Tape measure proficiency

Job description

Forklift Operator

Location: Sacramento, CA. Contract to Hire.

We are seeking a dedicated forklift operator to join our team. The role involves working on an order picker, pulling doors, and requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. The ideal candidate will have experience with both order picking and forklift operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit‑down forklift and cherry picker/order picker, capable of reaching up to 30 feet in the air.
• Pick orders using pick sheets, with a willingness to learn new technologies as systems are upgraded.
• Physically pull doors down and stack them on pallets while using a combination of forklifts.
• Unload trucks and move materials into the warehouse, ensuring efficient and safe operations.
• Engage in physical labor, including lifting and moving heavy items up to 50 pounds, and being on your feet all day.

Essential Skills

• Experience operating a sit‑down forklift and cherry picker/order picker.
• Ability to work in a physical, fast‑paced environment and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfort with heights and ability to adapt to new technologies as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in using a tape measure and racking systems.
• High‑level experience with an order selector forklift is preferred.
• Open to training on specific equipment if needed.

Why Work Here?

This role offers excellent benefits and annual raises every April, with a clear path for career advancement. Employees can progress through different levels, from entry‑level to senior production specialist, with salary increments at each stage.

Work Environment

The position requires working from 7am‑3:30pm with the possibility of extending up to 10‑hour shifts. The environment is physically demanding, requiring constant movement and adherence to safety protocols. Be prepared to work both on and off the forklift, with a focus on teamwork and efficiency.

Job Type & Location

Contract to Hire, Sacramento, California.

Pay and Benefits

Pay range: $22.00 – $22.00 per hour. Benefits are subject to change and may depend on job classification and length of employment.

• 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

Fully onsite position in Sacramento, CA.

Application Deadline

May 8, 2025.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.