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Aerotek Forklift Operator IMMEDIATE HIRE & START in Bayonne, New Jersey
Job Title: Forklift Operator IMMEDIATE HIRE & START
Location: Bayonne, NJ
Job Description
This role operates stand-up and sit-down forklifts in a warehouse and manufacturing environment to move, load, unload, and stage palletized materials. The position also uses RF scanners and computer systems to accurately track inventory in and out of the facility, while supporting general warehouse tasks as needed.
Responsibilities
Operate traditional stand-up and sit-down forklifts safely and efficiently in a warehouse and manufacturing environment.
Handle pallets by stacking, loading, unloading, and staging materials according to established procedures.
Use RF scanners and computer systems to scan inventory in and out and maintain accurate inventory records.
Support shipping and receiving activities, including moving materials to and from designated areas.
Use electric pallet jacks and other material handling equipment as required.
Assist with general warehouse duties such as sweeping, cleaning, and organizing work areas.
Follow all safety guidelines and facility procedures while operating equipment and performing daily tasks.
Communicate effectively in more than one language to coordinate work and ensure accurate task completion.
Requirements:
Experience operating forklift in a warehouse environment.
Proficiency operating sit-down forklifts and traditional stand-up forklifts.
Ability to operate an electric pallet jack for material handling.
Willingness to perform additional tasks such as sweeping, cleaning, and organizing as needed.
Bilingual English and Spanish preferred.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bayonne, NJ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $19.50/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 Bayonne,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 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.