What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Driver - $17-18/hour position at Aerotek and Careers?
As a Forklift Driver, you will receive comprehensive training to adeptly operate a forklift for the purpose of moving products throughout our production facility. Your primary responsibility will involve following orders to pick up glass products using a forklift and transporting them to designated locations, whether it be a staging area for production, a storage area, or onto/off a truck for transport or shipping.
Responsibilities- Operate forklift to transport glass products to necessary destinations.
- Ensure production line has sufficient product supply.
- Move, empty, and reload racks as needed.
- Load and reload packers.
- Get on and off the forklift to make adjustments and wrap/package products.
- Utilize basic computer skills until system updates are completed.
- Forklift operation experience is preferred but not required.
- Material handling experience is preferred but not required.
- Basic computer skills.
- Previous experience in manufacturing labor or production is highly preferred.
- Experience with RF scanners and shipping/receiving is an advantage.
- No formal education required, but related experience is beneficial.
Join a large and reputable employer in Blair County that values long-term growth and offers a clean, automated facility. Benefit from competitive market pay and a comprehensive benefits package upon hire.
Work EnvironmentWork in a mild, climate-controlled indoor environment that can vary slightly in temperature. The facility is a clean, well-organized manufacturing space, ensuring a comfortable and efficient work setting.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tipton, PA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $17.75 - $17.75/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Tipton,PA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 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.
Salary : $17 - $18