Heavy Industrial Forklift Operator — Early Morning Shift (5–36T)

Aerotek; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Forklift Operator for a heavy industrial manufacturing site in Phoenix, AZ. The role emphasizes operating high-capacity forklifts and supporting shipping and receiving in a fast-paced factory setting.

As part of the production team, you will move steel and pipe, perform basic rigging, and maintain accurate inventory and documentation for inbound and outbound shipments. Early start times around 5:00 AM are required.

Qualifications

• This role requires experience operating sit-down forklifts in a heavy industrial setting.
• Hands-on rigging experience for lifting and moving long/heavy materials.
• Experience with shipping docs, packing slips, and inventory records.
• Ability to read a tape measure and verify material dimensions.
• Strong safety focus and OSHA-aware practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklifts (5-ton and 36-ton units) to move long materials such as steel and pipe.
• Use rigging techniques to lift and position heavy objects safely.
• Handle shipping and receiving tasks, load outbound trucks, unload inbound shipments.
• Review packing slips and shipping documents for accuracy.
• Track inventory movements and ensure correct labeling and storage.
• Measure materials to verify dimensions before shipment or storage.
• Coordinate with welders, fitters, and production staff to keep materials flowing.
• Assist with bolt-up and material positioning for fabrication operations.
• Maintain safety and comply with site safety procedures.
• Report shipment discrepancies or damage promptly.

Skills

Sit-down forklift

Rigging experience

Heavy materials handling

Shipping & receiving

Documentation & packing

Inventory control

Tape measure usage

Early start availability

OSHA safety awareness

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Production floor coordination

Tools

Doosan forklifts

Job description

Aerotek is seeking a Forklift Operator for a heavy industrial manufacturing site in Phoenix, AZ. The role emphasizes operating high-capacity forklifts and supporting shipping and receiving in a fast-paced factory setting.

As part of the production team, you will move steel and pipe, perform basic rigging, and maintain accurate inventory and documentation for inbound and outbound shipments. Early start times around 5:00 AM are required.