Job Title: Forklift OperatorJob Description

Join our dynamic team as a Forklift Operator, working first shift Monday through Friday from 6 AM to 2:30 PM, with no weekend work. This position offers a consistent 40-hour work week.

ResponsibilitiesLoad and unload trucks using a sit-down forklift.Operate a sit-down forklift safely and efficiently.Use an RF scanner to track the movement of inventory and manage customer orders.Pick and prepare orders for shipment accurately.Interact with customers as needed to assist with their orders.Perform general labor tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs.Essential SkillsExperience with forklift operations.Proficiency in using an RF scanner.Inventory management skills.Additional Skills & QualificationsA positive attitude and good personality are highly valued.Willingness to learn and be trained for the role.Why Work Here?

Experience a strong team environment in a small shop setting where many employees have worked together for over a decade. The company values internal promotion, with all management roles filled from within. This is a workplace that supports growth and development for the right individuals.

Work Environment

Work in a small shop environment primarily shipping lumber. Collaborate closely with the warehouse manager and one other team member.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbia, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbia,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 3, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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