Forklift Operator

Company: Aerotek
Location: Rumford
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Forklift Operator Job Description As a Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for operating various types of forklifts including sit-down, stand-up, order picker, and swing reach. Your role will involve loading, unloading, and transporting materials, accumulating orders, reporting shortages, and staging completed orders for distribution. You will also process returned items and unscheduled issues, maintain inventory records, prepare material requisitions, and assist with procurement requests. Additionally, you will perform basic maintenance checks on equipment and ensure a clean and safe work environment. Responsibilities Operate sit-down, stand-up, order picker, and swing reach forklifts to load, unload, and transport materials. Accumulate orders, report shortages, and stage completed orders for distribution. Process returned items and unscheduled issues. Maintain inventory records of materials received, stocked, and issued. Prepare material requisitions and assist with procurement requests. Perform basic maintenance checks on equipment. Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Essential Skills Proficiency in operating all types of forklifts including sit-down, stand-up, and cherry picker. Knowledge of OSHA and GMP standards. Experience in loading and unloading within manufacturing environments. Skills in material handling, picking, RF scanning, and packing. Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 30 lbs repetitively. Additional Skills & Qualifications Familiarity with maintaining inventory records and preparing material requisitions. Why Work Here? Join a team that values growth and offers a competitive base salary along with comprehensive benefits. Enjoy a company-paid HSA medical plan, life insurance, and access to supplemental life insurance. Benefit from vision insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, and a retirement plan with company contributions. Experience a generous paid time off policy with 20 days per year plus 9 holidays. Take advantage of our subsidized on-site lunch. Work Environment Work in a dynamic and supportive environment with opportunities for growth. Enjoy a complete benefits package and work-life balance. The role involves being physically active and requires the ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 30 lbs repetitively. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rumford, RI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Rumford,RI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 25, 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. 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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