Forklift Operator

Job Title : Forklift Operator

Job Description

A manufacturing company in Marion, IN is seeking skilled stand-up forklift operators for various shifts. Candidates will work in either the shipping area (freezer) or the production area as material handlers.

Responsibilities

Shipping Area (Freezer Driver) :

• Move freight, stock, and load docks and delivery vehicles.
• Operate stand-up forklifts to transport materials.
• Pick orders and stage final products.
• Regularly work in cooler and freezer environments with temperatures from 35 degrees to -10 degrees.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts.
• Record the number of units handled or moved using daily production sheets or work orders.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.

Production Area (Material Handler) :

Essential Skills

Experience with forklift operation, including stand-up forklifts.

Proficiency with RF scanners.

Ability to handle materials efficiently and maintain inventory.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Why Work Here?

This position offers opportunities for growth within a rapidly expanding company. Employees benefit from competitive pay and a climate-controlled work environment. Enjoy a supportive performance management system, and be part of a team that provides products to well-known brands like Burger King and Starbucks. Additionally, employees receive vacation time increasing with tenure and six paid holidays after 90 days.

Work Environment

The work environment is within a clean food manufacturing facility that has a pleasant aroma of bread. The shipping department operates in a refrigerated or freezer environment. Shift options are available, with a $2 / hr shift premium for night shifts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Marion, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $37440.00 - $45760.00 / yr.

Medical / Dental / Vision

HSA

401K

Health Insurance : Employees receive health insurance coverage

Monthly Attendance Bonus : Employees can earn a monthly attendance bonus, which incentivizes regular attendance

Professional Development : The company reimburses expenses for employees pursuing higher education or courses to enhance their skills

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Marion,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 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.