High Reach Operator

Immediately hiring a Reach Truck Forklift Operator in Swedesboro, NJ

We're hiring a Reach Truck forklift operator for a premier Food Distribution employer in the Swedesboro NJ area.

This is a long-term career opportunity and we're hiring immediately. Apply today for a chance to earn weekly pay, grow your experience in distribution, and earn referral bonuses

Shift/Pay: 5 Days (Monday-Friday)

3:00pm - 11:30pm @ $22.64 per hour

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Reach Truck Forklift Operator to join our team for the 2nd shift, working from 3pm to 11:30pm, Monday to Friday. The primary responsibility will be operating a standard Reach Truck & sit-down forklifts to load, unload and complete order pulling of materials needed for production.

Responsibilities

• Operate high reach forklift for loading and unloading trucks.
• Utilize sit-down forklift and RF scanner for shipping and receiving tasks.
• Manage warehouse operations with a focus on efficiency and safety.
• Ensure accurate and timely handling of all shipping and receiving activities.

Skills

• Proven experience with high reach forklift and sit-down forklift operations.
• Previous warehouse experience, particularly in loading and unloading.
• Proficiency in operating RF scanners.
• Strong understanding of shipping and receiving processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a union facility is advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic workplace that offers a variety of benefits, including medical, vision, and dental plans, as well as life insurance and 401k contributions. You will be part of a union facility with potential membership after six months. Enjoy company-wide perks like paid holidays, employee appreciation events, and celebratory outings. Our safe work environment emphasizes reducing transmission risks and encourages community involvement. We offer advancement opportunities, team training sessions, and have a transparent leadership team, ensuring your voice is heard and valued.

Work Environment

Work in a clean, temperature-controlled production facility located in the Industrial Park of Swedesboro, NJ, specializing in marinades, salad dressings, and BBQ sauces. Be prepared to stand for long periods and work in an environment that may be exposed to various allergens including milk, egg, mustard, peanuts, fish, sulfites, sesame, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Swedesboro, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $22.64 - $22.64/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 Swedesboro,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2026.

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.