High Reach Forklift Operator – Weekly Pay & Union Team

Aerotek; York (York County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring an experienced High Reach Forklift Operator in York, PA, to support production, shipping, and warehouse operations. You will safely operate stand‑up and sit‑down forklifts, move materials, and assist with loading and unloading processes in a fast‑paced setting.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and the ability to work overtime as needed. This onsite position offers contract‑to‑hire prospects and opportunities to sharpen material handling skills within a union environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating stand‑up and sit‑down forklifts, including high‑reach.
• Ability to pass a forklift skills assessment.
• Previous warehouse, shipping/receiving, or material handling experience.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work in tight spaces and fast‑paced environments.
• Reliable attendance and flexibility to work assigned shifts and overtime as needed.
• Comfortable working in a union environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand‑up and sit‑down forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Supply production teams with materials needed for assembly.
• Move completed products from production to shipping areas.
• Load and unload trucks in shipping and receiving.
• Handle materials and pallets while preventing product damage.
• Maintain awareness and safety in high‑traffic warehouse areas.
• Follow all company and site‑specific safety procedures.
• Support general warehouse and material handling tasks as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Stand-up & sit-down

Safety compliance

Warehouse/shipping

Flexible schedule

Union environment

Job description

Aerotek is hiring an experienced High Reach Forklift Operator in York, PA, to support production, shipping, and warehouse operations. You will safely operate stand‑up and sit‑down forklifts, move materials, and assist with loading and unloading processes in a fast‑paced setting.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and the ability to work overtime as needed. This onsite position offers contract‑to‑hire prospects and opportunities to sharpen material handling skills within a union environment.