Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Forklift Operator: To expedite this application please click on this link - https://talentassistant.aerotek.com/assistant/bookings/ebIeqc3d
Job Description
We are looking for a skilled Forklift Operator to join our team in a dynamic food manufacturing environment. This role involves general labor tasks, including the operation of forklifts, and requires adherence to safety and food production standards.
Responsibilities
- Operate Crown & Toyota sit-down forklifts.
- Stack and organize large bulk items efficiently.
- Remove inventory from trucks and ensure proper delivery to designated locations.
- Update logs and documentation for inventory processing accurately.
- Move materials from facilities to workstations, pick-up locations, or other areas as needed.
- Ensure the workspace is free of debris and remove safety hazards from aisles.
- Prepare documentation and inventory for audits.
- Use a scanner to enter data for transactions and receiving of shipments.
- Move inventory and materials across various facilities.
- Process inventory for delivery promptly.
- Pick, pack, and ship products securely.
- Sort, organize, and store inventory in proper locations.
- Scan delivered items to ensure quality standards are met.
- Report any damaged or missing inventory to supervisors.
Essential Skills
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- Prior experience in food manufacturing.
- Ability to consistently lift 50-60 lbs repeatedly.
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and comprehending English.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Ability to provide references and a complete resume.
Why Work Here?
Join a team that values safety and quality in a collaborative food manufacturing environment. We offer opportunities for growth and development, ensuring a supportive workplace culture.
Work Environment
The work environment is a food manufacturing facility with production floors where temperatures range from 35 to 50 degrees. Non-slip shoes are required to ensure safety. The facility is smaller, promoting a close-knit team atmosphere.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Hayward, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $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 Hayward,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 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.
Company DescriptionWe 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 meet 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 in solving 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.
Company Description
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 meet 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 in solving 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.