High Reach Forklift Operator

Job Description

This role focuses on safely operating both stand-up and sit-down forklifts to support production and shipping activities. You will supply assemblers with materials, move completed parts to the shipping area, and may assist in loading trucks in shipping and receiving. The position requires strong attention to safety and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate both stand-up and sit-down forklifts safely and efficiently in accordance with facility procedures and safety guidelines.
• Supply assemblers with required materials to ensure continuous and efficient production flow.
• Transport completed parts from production areas to the designated shipping locations.
• Load trucks with completed parts in the shipping and receiving area for outbound deliveries.
• Perform material handling tasks, including organizing, staging, and moving inventory within the warehouse.
• Navigate tight work areas with a high volume of forklifts and personnel while maintaining strict safety standards.
• Complete and pass a forklift test to demonstrate safe and effective operation of required equipment.
• Follow all warehouse, shipping, and receiving processes and documentation requirements as directed.
• Adhere to union rules and facility policies, including safety protocols and operational procedures.

Essential Skills

• Proven ability to operate both stand-up and sit-down forklifts safely and effectively.
• Capability to pass a practical forklift test demonstrating safe and efficient equipment operation.
• Experience in material handling and warehouse operations, including shipping and receiving activities.
• Strong attention to safety, especially when working in tight quarters and high-traffic forklift areas.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• Comfort working in non-climate-controlled conditions that may be warm in summer and cool in winter.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work the designated shift schedule.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in a unionized work environment is beneficial.
• Previous work in production support or assembly material supply is an advantage.
• Experience loading and unloading trucks in a warehouse or distribution setting is preferred.
• Familiarity with general warehouse practices and safety protocols.

Why Work Here?

You join a fast-paced, customer-focused operation where safety, teamwork, and efficiency are highly valued. The union environment provides structure, representation, and clear workplace standards, while the consistent shift schedules support predictable work-life balance. You gain experience in a busy logistics and production support facility, building valuable skills in forklift operation, material handling, and warehouse processes.

Work Environment

The facility operates in a fast-paced, customer-focused warehouse and production support setting with a high volume of forklift and personnel traffic. Work areas often have tight quarters, requiring careful maneuvering and strict adherence to safety practices. The building is not climate controlled, so temperatures can be warm in the summer and cool in the winter. The environment is unionized, and employees are expected to pay union dues. Shifts include a first shift from Monday to Thursday, approximately 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and a third shift from Monday night to Thursday night, approximately 7:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. Standard warehouse attire appropriate for an industrial setting is expected, with a focus on safety and practicality

This is a Permanent position based out of York, PA.

The pay range for this position is $19.21 - $21.21/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 York,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 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.