Forklift Operator

Immediately hiring a Forklift Operator in Swedesboro, NJ We're hiring a Sit Down Forklift Operator for a premier Food Manufacturing employer in the Swedesboro NJ area. Apply today for a chance to earn weekly pay, guaranteed 40 hours and grow your experience in food distribution If you are interested, please submit your application. All qualified candidates will be contacted Shift/Pay: 5 Days a week 09:00PM-5:30AM@ $22.89 Monday-Friday (Overnight) No Weekends! Job Description We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to join our team on the 3rd shift. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating a standard sit-down forklift to load and unload trucks in a warehouse environment. Job Description This role operates a standard sit-down forklift to safely and efficiently load and unload trucks in a fast-paced warehouse environment during the 3rd shift. You will handle shipping and receiving activities, use RF scanners to track inventory, and support overall warehouse operations within a clean, food-production facility. Responsibilities Operate a standard sit-down forklift to load and unload trucks safely and efficiently. Perform shipping and receiving activities, including moving materials to and from designated areas. Use an RF scanner to accurately pick, scan, and track products and inventory movements. Handle pallets, materials, and finished goods in the warehouse while maintaining proper organization. Support general warehouse operations, including staging, stocking, and preparing products for shipment. Follow all safety procedures and warehouse guidelines while operating equipment and performing tasks. Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production and shipping schedules. Maintain a clean and orderly work area in compliance with facility standards. Skills Proven experience operating a standard sit-down forklift. Warehouse experience in a shipping and receiving environment. Hands-on experience loading and unloading trucks. Ability to operate and navigate an RF scanner for inventory and order processing. Capability to stand for long periods of time during the shift. Ability to work safely in a production environment that handles food-related products and allergens. Additional Skills & Qualifications Interest in joining a union facility after an initial assignment period. Comfort working in a large production facility that manufactures marinades, salad dressings, and BBQ sauces. Willingness to follow established processes and contribute to a culture of safety and quality. Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a diverse team. Why Work Here? You will join a union-eligible facility that offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive, team-focused culture. The organization provides medical, vision, and dental benefits, supplemental options such as life insurance and 401k contributions, and company-wide perks including seven paid holidays, employee appreciation events, and celebratory outings. You can take advantage of incentive-based refer-a-friend programs, team training sessions, and advancement opportunities within a diversified workforce committed to excellence and innovation. Leadership remains transparent and accessible, with regular engagement such as monthly lunches with ownership, and the location is convenient for travel and commuting. Work Environment This is a 3rd shift role, working Monday to Friday from 9:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. in a clean production facility located in an industrial park in Swedesboro, NJ. The facility is a large production operation focused on marinades, salad dressings, and BBQ sauces. The building is temperature-controlled, but conditions can still be influenced by the weather and by industrial mixers or ovens used in production. You must be able to stand for long periods of time and work comfortably in an environment where you may be exposed to allergens such as milk, egg, mustard, peanuts, fish, sulfites, sesame, soy, tree nuts, and wheat. The workplace emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and efficient operations within a structured warehouse and production setting. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Swedesboro, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.89 - $22.89/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 Swedesboro,NJ. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 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. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.