Location: Agawam,MA, USA
Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator with at least 2 years of Hi/Lo-Reach Truck experience. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year as a Material Handler. Responsibilities include operating reach trucks to retrieve products from heights of 2-3 floors, picking and packing screws, bolts, and fasteners, and loading/unloading freight. Candidates must be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and comfortable working in tight quarters within a warehouse environment.Hard SkillsHi/Lo-Reach Truck operationMaterial HandlingInventory management using scan guns or manifestsPacking of screws, bolts, and fastenersLoading and unloading freightSoft SkillsAttention to detailSafety awarenessAbility to work in confined spacesFlexibility to perform various tasksHoursMonday-Friday, 3 pm to 11:30 pmWork EnvironmentThis role requires operating a reach truck safely in close quarters within a newer, clean warehouse facility. The candidate will spend approximately 40-60% of their time operating the forklift and the remainder performing other tasks such as packing, loading, and unloading.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.