Forklift Operator - Night Shift
AerotekJob Title: Forklift Operator Night ShiftJob Description
This night shift Forklift Operator role focuses on unloading inbound shipments on the receiving dock, accurately scanning and recording inventory, and safely moving product from staging areas into warehouse storage locations using a variety of forklifts. You will play a key role in the shipping and receiving process by operating sit-down and
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stand-up reach trucks, using RF scanning equipment, and ensuring that all received shipments are properly documented and staged for put-away in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
Responsibilities
• Operate sit-down forklifts to safely unload shipments from trucks at the receiving dock.
• Stage unloaded skids in designated areas for put-away according to warehouse procedures.
• Use RF scanning equipment to scan barcodes on wrapped skids and accurately enter shipment data into the warehouse management system.
• Operate stand-up reach trucks (preferably Crown) to move skids from staging areas into warehouse storage locations.
• Operate cherry picker forklifts (Yale, Crown) as needed to handle and store product in racking systems.
• Perform loading and unloading of trucks while maintaining safety and efficiency standards.
• Verify received shipments and ensure accurate entry of all received items into warehouse systems.
• Follow all safety protocols and equipment operating procedures while working on the receiving dock and inside trailers.
• Work effectively within a high-volume receiving area with multiple dock doors and frequent truck movements.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to prioritize tasks and maintain an organized and efficient receiving area.
Essential Skills
• At least 1 year of prior forklift operating experience required.
• 2 or more years of forklift operating experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience operating stand-up reach forklifts, preferably Crown brand equipment.
• Experience operating both sit-down and stand-up forklifts in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Experience with loading and unloading trucks safely and efficiently.
• Proficiency using RF scanning equipment to scan barcodes and track inventory.
• Ability to enter received shipments accurately into a warehouse management or inventory system.
• Ability to work a night shift schedule on a 2-2-3 rotation from 4:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Previous experience on a receiving dock or in shipping and receiving operations.
• Experience operating Crown stand-up reach trucks and Yale or Crown cherry picker forklifts.
• Strong attention to detail when scanning, staging, and recording inventory.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume warehouse environment.
• Commitment to following safety procedures while operating material handling equipment and working around moving trucks and forklifts.
Why Work Here?
Employees receive access to comprehensive benefits upon conversion to full-time status, including multiple medical and dental plan options, vision coverage, prescription benefits, teledoc services, an Employee Assistance Program, and voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness coverage, and legal services. A 401(k) plan with company match (up to a set percentage) and profit sharing supports long-term financial security, while company-paid basic life insurance equal to a multiple of annual salary is provided, with the option to purchase supplemental life insurance. Short-term and long-term disability benefits are offered without requiring employees to pay premiums. Premiums and elected benefits are conveniently deducted from bi-weekly paychecks. The organization emphasizes career progression and internal promotion, regularly posting preferred day-shift roles internally first and providing clear pathways from frontline positions into lead, office, and management roles. Many leadership positions are filled from within, with documented success stories of employees progressing from