Forklift Operator

Job Title : Forklift Operator

The Warehouse Forklift Operator plays a vital role in ensuring the correct handling of ingredients, packaging, and finished goods, contributing to the overall success of our operations. Working within the warehouse, this position supports the processes for inbound, outbound, storage, and selection of production work orders, ensuring high product quality and food safety. This role also focuses on creating a safer and more efficient warehouse with precise inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and verify incoming goods against invoices, complete receiving logs, and store products in designated areas.
• Ensure proper storage of products, secure storage areas, wrap finished goods, and update the PO Follow-up upon receipt.
• Allocate raw materials or packaging according to production requests, accurately load transfers, and complete system documentation.
• Communicate with management regarding warehouse concerns and team member issues.
• Understand and communicate written policies, quality, sanitation, and safety standards.
• Comply with HACCP-plan and food safety requirements.
• Label and store ingredients, packaging, and finished pallets at appropriate temperatures and storage locations.
• Fulfill production ingredient orders and ensure timely and complete delivery.
• Accurately enter data into PO Update and inventory tracking systems daily.
• Complete transfers to cold storage locations accurately and timely before dispatch.
• Load customer pickups accurately and on time before dispatch.
• Complete forklift training at hire and every three years for continued certification.
• Maintain regular and consistent punctual attendance.
• Suggest ideas to build team morale and recognize others.
• Notify management of potential food safety or quality issues.
• Prioritize occupational safety in the warehouse and report any unsafe equipment or behavior.
• Commit to following and adhering to GMP and Food Safety practices to comply with SQF and regulatory standards.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Why Work Here?

This role offers a contract-to-hire position with room for growth. Employees are encouraged to develop a growth mindset and enjoy a supportive environment where teamwork and communication are valued. The organization prioritizes safety and quality, providing opportunities for continuous learning and improvement.

Work Environment

This position is set in a bakery environment where temperatures can range from warm to cold to room temperature. Employees are expected to comply with safety and hygiene standards and dress appropriately for the varying conditions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of South San Francisco, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00 / 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 South San Francisco, CA.

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 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 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.