Forklift Operator (Days)

Company:  Aerotek
Location: Tacoma
Closing Date: 27/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

Job Title: Forklift OperatorJob DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to join our team in a warehouse and door shop environment. The primary responsibility of this role is to operate a hyster sit-down forklift to stock and replenish building products within dedicated warehouse locations. This position requires extensive use of RF scanners and necessitates experience with sit-down forklifts. Combilift experience is highly preferred.ResponsibilitiesOperate hyster sit-down forklift to stock and replenish building productsUtilize RF scanners for inventory management and order pullingReplenish dedicated warehouse locationsHandle and move materials safely and efficientlyMaintain accurate records of inventory and completed tasksEnsure adherence to safety regulations and protocolsEssential SkillsSit-down forklift experienceExperience with RF scannersAbility to read, write, and communicate in EnglishBasic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division)Ability to follow written, oral, or diagram instructionsHigh School diploma or GED1 year of related warehouse experienceAdditional Skills & QualificationsCombilift experienceMilitary experience preferredConsistent work historyAbility to regularly lift/move/manipulate up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 poundsAbility to perform all job functions safelyWhy Work Here?We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes up to 70% employer-paid medical and dental insurance, vision insurance, an HSA with up to $1,000 annual employer contribution, a 401(k) plan with up to 3.5% employer contribution, personal time off and paid holidays, free life and disability insurance, an employee assistance program, a free gym membership, and an employee discount. Additionally, there are ample opportunities for growth within the company, as demonstrated by our operations manager who began their career in the warehouse and advanced to their current role.Work EnvironmentThe work environment can be a bit noisy in the door shop, but it is clean. The position operates Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with no overtime for temporary workers. Steel-toed boots are required. Employees may work in varying weather conditions, particularly when pulling composite decking materials. We provide warm weather gear for outdoor tasks.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tacoma, Washington.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.

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