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Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

The forklift operator will play a vital role in the efficient operation of the facility by ensuring seamless coordination between various departments. This role requires reporting to your work area fit for duty as a forklift/powered industrial equipment operator. You will attend and successfully complete the Forklift Operator’s Course prior to operating any type of forklift on the property. Compliance with all Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Preventive Controls Rules, and Occupational Safety Rules is essential.

Essential Skills

+ Forklift operation experience, preferably 0-5 years for Lift Truck Operator I, 5-9 years for Lift Truck Operator II, and 10+ years for Lift Truck Operator III.

+ Shipping and receiving, loading/unloading trucks.

+ Ability to report to the Shift Supervisor and maneuver bags of product between areas to ensure proper loading for shipments.

+ High School diploma or GED required.

+ Understanding of production and plant processes.

+ Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

+ Teamwork skills and ability to work in shifts, including late or early hours, weekends, and overtime if necessary.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Forklift experience preferred.

Why Work Here?

You will be part of a dynamic environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork. The role offers opportunities to grow and develop skills in production and logistics. The company values safety and efficiency, ensuring a supportive work environment where your contributions are recognized.

Work Environment

The work environment is non-climate controlled. Employees should be prepared to work in varying conditions and adhere to safety and sanitation standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochelle, Georgia

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $20.00/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 Rochelle,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 1, 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.