Reach Truck Operator 70k/yr

Job Description

The Shipping Clerk plays a key role in daily warehouse operations by accurately pulling orders, safely operating reach trucks and forklifts, and efficiently loading and unloading trucks in a fast-paced shipping environment.

Responsibilities

• Pull and prepare customer orders accurately and in a timely manner according to shipping documentation and warehouse procedures.
• Load and unload trucks safely using reach trucks, forklifts, and other material handling equipment as required.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing shipments to verify quantity, quality, labeling, and packaging against shipping documents.
• Organize, stage, and secure pallets and freight in designated areas to ensure efficient workflow and space utilization.
• Operate reach trucks and forklifts in a safe and compliant manner, following all warehouse safety rules and equipment guidelines.
• Assist with general shipping and receiving activities, including moving materials, consolidating loads, and preparing shipments for dispatch.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area, including aisles, docks, and staging zones, to support safety and productivity.
• Communicate effectively with warehouse team members and drivers to coordinate loading, unloading, and order status.
• Follow established processes and instructions from supervisors to meet daily shipping targets and performance expectations.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience working as a Shipping Clerk or in a similar shipping and receiving role.
• Hands-on experience operating reach trucks in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Strong attention to detail when pulling orders and verifying shipments.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing for extended periods and handling freight in a warehouse setting.
• Reliability and willingness to work overtime hours when needed to support shipping volume.
• Basic communication skills to coordinate tasks with team members and drivers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a shipping and warehouse environment is preferred.
• Comfort working in a structured, process-driven operation.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and using proper protective gear.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a high-volume shipping operation.

Why Work Here?

You join a growing organization that is actively expanding its operations and workforce over the coming years, creating long-term stability and advancement opportunities. The company invests in new facilities and infrastructure, demonstrating a strong commitment to future growth. Overtime opportunities are available for those who want to increase their earnings, offering the potential to significantly enhance annual income. You work in a team-focused environment where dependable, hard-working individuals can build a lasting career in logistics and warehousing.

Work Environment

This role is based in a cold warehouse environment where temperatures require wearing a full winter suit or comparable cold-weather gear for comfort and safety. Work is primarily performed on the warehouse floor around docks and storage areas, with regular use of reach trucks and forklifts. The setting is fast-paced and physically active, involving frequent movement, lifting, and handling of freight. Overtime is common, and schedules may extend beyond standard full-time hours, with the potential to work up to approximately 60 hours per week depending on operational needs.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.50/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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.