Aerotek is hiring: Forklift Operator in Pompano Beach

Forklift Operator

Pompano Beach, FL

Pay rate: $17

Job Overview

Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery to move items, or signal machine operators to move materials onto and off trucks, ships, and loading docks. Read and understand the job ticket and other special instructions before the assigned job. Obtain and record accurate counts of finished products, goods, and materials to be shipped and for those received. Pack materials in a manner that will ensure delivery without damage, following job jacket and/or customer packing specifications. Identify contents and number of pieces of shipments on all boxes, cartons, or skids, using proper labeling methods. Check the accuracy of all shipping and receiving documents. Utilize the shipping system to process shipments, including packages and skids. Schedule delivery trucks for on-time shipments. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery to move items.
• Signal machine operators to move materials onto and off trucks, ships, and loading docks.
• Read and understand job tickets and special instructions before tasks assigned.
• Obtain and record accurate counts of finished products, goods, and materials.
• Pack materials to ensure delivery without damage, following job jacket and customer packing specifications.
• Identify contents and number of pieces of shipments using proper labeling methods.
• Check the accuracy of all shipping and receiving documents.
• Utilize the shipping system to process shipments.
• Schedule delivery trucks for on-time shipments.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Safely operate a forklift, pallet jack, and other lift equipment required for the job (following appropriate training).
• Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos.
• Effective communication skills with all levels within the organization.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements, and critical thinking.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines.
• Organization skills to plan, prioritize, and follow through on projects with minimal supervision.
• Basic computer skills.

Why Work Here?

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D policies, short and long-term disability, 401K with company match, paid time off, and paid volunteer time off.

Work Environment

This position requires working in a hot warehouse environment during the overnight shift. Available shifts are from 11 pm to 7 am, or 3 pm to 11 pm, with options for the 2nd or 3rd shift. Flexibility to work overtime on weekends, typically on Saturday mornings, is also required.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $17.00

• 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 Pompano Beach,FL.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 24, 2024.

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.

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.