Job Description

**Job Title: Forklift Operator** **Job Description** 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** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sacramento, California. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - 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** This is a fully onsite position in Sacramento,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. 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.

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