Forklift Operator

Electric Sit-Down Forklift Operator Job Description This role operates an electric sit-down forklift in a fast-paced manufacturing and warehouse environment that supports food production. You will spend most of your shift on the forklift moving materials, loading and unloading trucks, and supporting inventory control while adhering to strict safety and food manufacturing standards. Responsibilities Operate an electric sit-down forklift safely and efficiently for approximately 85%-95% of each shift. Load and unload trucks, ensuring accurate and damage-free handling of pallets and packaged products. Move materials throughout the warehouse and production areas, including placing and retrieving pallets from a racking system with sliding track racks. Use RF scanners to scan pallets and packages and maintain accurate inventory records. Support shipping and receiving activities, including staging, organizing, and verifying incoming and outgoing loads. Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and site safety procedures at all times. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with food manufacturing standards. Inspect forklift and other equipment before use, report issues, and follow proper lockout and safety protocols as required. Essential Skills At least 1 year of recent experience operating a sit-down forklift in a warehouse or manufacturing environment. Proven ability to operate an electric sit-down forklift safely for the majority of a 10-hour shift. Experience with RF scanners for scanning pallets, packages, and inventory. Hands-on experience with material handling, including picking, loading, unloading, and staging freight. Working knowledge of basic inventory processes and documentation. Ability to comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in a food manufacturing environment. Capability to follow detailed safety and cleanliness guidelines, including required PPE and attire. Reliability to work full 10-hour shifts on either first or second shift as scheduled. Additional Skills & Qualifications Previous experience in a food manufacturing or food distribution environment is beneficial. Familiarity with shipping and receiving operations, including dock work and truck loading procedures. Comfort working with warehouse racking systems, including track racks or other specialized storage systems. Strong attention to detail when scanning and tracking inventory. Ability to work independently while communicating effectively with warehouse and production teams. Why Work Here? You will join a stable manufacturing operation that plays a key role in supplying fats, oils, dressings, mayonnaise, and sauces to the food industry. The company offers a comprehensive suite of benefits with strong coverage designed to support your health and wellness at budget-friendly rates. You will work in an environment that values consistency, product quality, and safety, providing long-term employment potential in a well-established facility. Work Environment This position is based in a food manufacturing and warehouse facility where you will operate an electric sit-down forklift for most of a 10-hour shift. The work involves frequent movement of pallets and materials in a production setting with a racking system that includes sliding track racks. You will work either on first shift (5:00 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.) or second shift (1:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.), each consisting of approximately 10 hours. The environment follows strict Good Manufacturing Practices, which require specific attire: 6-inch steel-toe boots, hair net and beard net as applicable, and no jewelry, fake nails, or loose clothing. The facility focuses on cleanliness, safety, and adherence to food production standards while maintaining a steady, production-driven pace. 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. 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 Nashville,TN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026. 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. 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.