• Forklift Operator

    Aerotek (Portsmouth, NH)


    Job Title: Forklift Operator** **Job Description

     

    The role involves storing and moving materials around the warehouse. The candidate will handle shipping, receiving, and cycle counting and must be comfortable using inventory tracking software. Experience with forklifts is required, and certification will be provided by the company. The position involves dealing with frozen food and requires working in cold environments of 24 degrees. Effective communication with the manufacturing team is essential to supply them with the needed product and to move the product from the finished line into storage or shipping.

    Responsibilities

    + Store and move materials around the warehouse.

    + Handle shipping, receiving, and cycle counting.

    + Use inventory tracking software proficiently.

    + Operate forklifts (certification provided by the company).

    + Communicate effectively with the manufacturing team.

    + Move products from the finished line into storage or shipping.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in forklift operation.

    + Ability to work in cold storage environments.

    + Experience maintaining inventory levels.

    + Knowledge of material handling, inventory, and order picking.

    + Proficiency with picking, pallet jack, and sit-down forklift.

    + Experience with shipping and receiving processes.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience working in a manufacturing setting.

    + Knowledge of warehouse systems.

    + Experience working with stock.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a supportive team of about 20 individuals in a dynamic warehouse environment. Enjoy the benefit of being provided with cold gear, including a jacket, gloves, and hat, to ensure comfort while working in cold storage. Benefit from a structured work schedule with hours from 6 am to 2:30 pm or 2:30 pm to 11 pm, promoting work-life balance.

    Work Environment

    The work environment involves a team of about 20 individuals in a warehouse setting. Cold gear, including a jacket, gloves, and hat, will be provided for working in cold storage. The hours of operation are from 6 am to 2:30 pm or 2:30 pm to 11 pm, offering a structured shift schedule.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portsmouth, NH.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 Portsmouth,NH.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 18, 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.