Immediate Hiring 2nd Shift Forklift Operators

Aerotek; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek in Nashville, TN is seeking an Electric Sit-Down Forklift Operator for a contract-to-hire role. The position requires spending most shifts operating an electric sit-down forklift, handling materials, loading/unloading trucks, and maintaining strict GMP and food safety standards.

Candidates will also use RF scanners to manage inventory, assist with shipping/receiving, and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Qualifications

• Experience operating an electric sit-down forklift in a manufacturing/warehouse environment.
• Knowledge of GMP and food safety procedures is preferred.
• Ability to work with RF scanners to manage inventory and orders.

Responsibilities

• Operate an electric sit-down forklift safely for the majority of each shift.
• Load and unload trucks with pallets and bulk materials.
• Move products in and out of warehouse racking systems.
• Use RF scanners to track pallets and packages and record movements.
• Support inventory, shipping, and receiving tasks as needed.
• Follow GMP and all food safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Tools

RF scanners

Job description

Job Title: Electric Sit-Down Forklift Operator

Job Description

This role focuses on operating an electric sit-down forklift in a busy manufacturing and warehouse environment that supports food production. You will spend the majority of your shift on the forklift, handling materials, loading and unloading trucks, and working within a specialized warehouse racking system. When off the forklift, you will use RF scanners to manage inventory, scan pallets and packages, and support shipping and receiving activities while complying with strict food safety and GMP standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate an electric sit-down forklift safely and efficiently for approximately 85%95% of each shift.
• Load and unload trucks with pallets, bulk materials, and packaged products.
• Move product in and out of warehouse racking systems, including track racks with sliding tracks.
• Use RF scanners to scan pallets and packages and accurately record product movement.
• Support inventory activities by tracking, counting, and verifying materials as needed.
• Assist with shipping and receiving tasks, including staging, picking, and organizing loads.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and all food safety and quality procedures at all times.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in the warehouse and production areas.
• Inspect forklift and related equipment before and after use and report any issues promptly.
• Adhere to all safety rules, including proper use of required PPE and compliance with dress code.
• Work full scheduled shifts and stay for 12 hours after the shift when needed to meet production and shipping demands.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to ensure efficient workflow and timely order fulfillment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.50/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Nashville,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 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.