Forklift Operator

# Forklift Operator Aerotek Contract mid Hanover , Maryland, USPosted Yesterday##

Role Overview Aerotek is hiring a mid-level Forklift Operator. This is a contract role in Hanover. posted yesterday. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.## Resume Keywords to Include Make sure these keywords appear in your resume to improve ATS scoring

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Job Description

Job Title:

Order Picker###

Job Description This role focuses on accurately picking and staging orders using a sit-down forklift and reach truck in a warehouse environment. You locate products from invoice sheets, pull and stack items on a forklift, and support loading trailers and packing items for shipping. The position requires continuous lifting of 50-pound items and occasional work in cooler and freezer areas, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail.###

Responsibilities
* Operate a sit-down forklift and reach truck safely and efficiently to pick and move orders throughout the warehouse.
* Read and interpret invoice sheets to locate, identify, and pull the correct items for each order.
* Stack and organize picked items on the forklift in a stable and secure manner to prevent damage.
* Continuously lift and handle 50-pound items, such as bags of flour and sugar, throughout the shift.
* Load trailers with completed orders, ensuring items are properly arranged and secured for transport.
* Pack items for shipping, verifying that all products match the invoice and meet quality standards before dispatch.
* Work occasionally in cooler and freezer areas to pick and stage temperature-sensitive orders, following safety and handling guidelines.
* Maintain high levels of accuracy, understanding that errors on an invoice are treated as complete order failures.
* Strive to achieve strong pick rates by working with pride, initiative, and self-motivation while maintaining quality and safety.
* Support a small warehouse team by communicating effectively, assisting coworkers as needed, and contributing to a positive, community-focused culture.
* Follow all warehouse safety procedures, including proper equipment use, lifting techniques, and housekeeping standards.
* Participate in training to learn how to invoice and close out orders, taking on additional responsibilities as skills develop.

Essential Skills
* Proven experience operating a sit-down forklift in a warehouse or similar environment.
* Experience using a reach truck and stand-up riding pallet jack for material handling and order picking.
* Experience in warehouse operations, including material handling and order picking.
* Ability to continuously lift and move 50-pound items safely throughout the workday.
* Comfort working in cold environments, including occasional work in coolers and freezers.
* Strong accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to follow invoice sheets precisely.
* Self-motivated and independent work style, with the initiative to maintain a strong pick rate.
* Competitive mindset and pride in performance, aiming to achieve top productivity while maintaining quality.
* Ability to read and follow written instructions and invoices clearly and consistently.
* Reliability to work Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.Additional

Skills & Qualifications
* Willingness to learn invoicing processes and how to close out orders.
* Interest in developing new skills and taking on additional responsibilities over time.
* Ability to work effectively in a small team environment with minimal supervision.
* Strong sense of ownership and accountability for order accuracy and productivity.
* Comfort working in a slower-paced, community-oriented environment rather than a high-pressure, aggressive pick-rate setting.

Why Work Here?

You join a large, stable national organization that offers comprehensive benefits and a competitive retirement program with a 6% match. The culture emphasizes community, trust, and autonomy, with minimal micromanagement and a relaxed, supportive atmosphere. You…