Forklift Operator

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

As a Forklift Operator, you will initially engage in picking tasks for 2-3 weeks before obtaining your forklift certification. Once certified, your primary role will involve operating a sit-down forklift for 80% of your workday, with the remaining 20% dedicated to additional duties. You will move bins across the production floor, inspect loads, build pallets, pick orders, and maintain cleanliness. Operating a single double forklift, which can lift two pallets simultaneously, is a key aspect of the role.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift on the production floor to move bins and materials.
• Inspect loads and build pallets efficiently and accurately.
• Pick orders and perform general cleaning duties.
• Operate a single double forklift for transporting two pallets at once.
• In the HPP/Bottling area, store bins of juice promptly and ensure continuous juice supply for the HPP process.
• Organize bins to prevent mixing and stock bin dumpers as needed.
• Utilize NetSuite via computer, phone, or handheld devices to transport materials.
• Organize pallets, manage dunnage, and load trailers in the bottling department.
• Document pallet counts and wrap pallets securely in Packaging/Packout.
• Return unused materials to designated areas and transfer them using NetSuite/RF Smart systems.
• Report safety concerns, misuse of equipment, and work-related incidents promptly.
• Adhere to company policies, SOP, SSOP, GMP, and HACCP guidelines.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2 years of recent consistent forklift experience.
• Proficiency in sit-down forklift operation.
• Experience with RF Smart systems.
• Proficiency with computers and handheld devices.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and multitask effectively.
• Attention to detail and troubleshooting skills.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oceanside, CA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

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 Oceanside,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 24, 2025.

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.