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Forklift OperatorAerotek • Suffolk, VA, US
Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Aerotek • Suffolk, VA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

🚨 Now Hiring : Receiving Forklift Operator – Chesapeake, VA 🚨

Contract Position | $18 / hr | Monday–Friday | Climate-Controlled Warehouse

Are you an experienced forklift operator looking to join a stable, growth-oriented company with a supportive team and leadership? We’re seeking a Receiving Forklift Operator with strong warehouse and food distribution experience to join our team in Chesapeake, Virginia .

🔧 Top Skills We’re Looking For

  • Prior shipping experience
  • Experience with RF scanning devices and WMS systems
  • Loading 53' trailers
  • Operating 2-prong propane sit-down forklifts (most operators have used 3-prong—this is a plus!)
  • Food handling experience is a bonus

📦 Key Responsibilities

  • Operate a sit-down forklift (70% of the time)
  • Pick orders off racks using RF scanners
  • Perform general shipping & receiving tasks (30% of the time)
  • Load trucks, shrink wrap pallets, and break down pallets
  • Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring accuracy and quality
  • Follow directions and procedures precisely
  • Lift up to 50 lbs and handle pallet weights up to 2,500 lbs
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • ✅ Qualifications

  • Minimum 1 year of experience in a warehouse distribution center
  • Previously certified forklift operator preferred
  • Reliable transportation required
  • Flexible with daily assignments and open to overtime
  • Experience in food distribution environments is a strong plus
  • 🌟 Why Join Us?

  • Consistent business operations
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement
  • Supportive, tenured staff and leadership
  • Climate-controlled warehouse environment
  • 🕒 Schedule

  • Monday – Friday | 6 : 00 AM – 2 : 30 PM
  • Note : Shift may change to 2 : 30 PM – 11 : 00 PM in the future
  • 📍 Location : Chesapeake, VA

    💼 Job Type : Contract

    💰 Pay : $18.00 / hour

    Job Type & Location

    This is a Contract position based out of Suffolk, VA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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)
  • Workplace Type

    This is a fully onsite position in Suffolk,VA.

    Application Deadline

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 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.

    Company Description

    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.

    Company Description

    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.

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