Forklift Operator / Material Handler - 3rd Shift
Schedule: Sunday Night - Thursday Night, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Overtime: Scheduled OT may run 9:00 PM - 7:00 AM; weekend OT typically Friday nights, 9:00 PM - 5:00 AM
Join a leading manufacturing company and play a key role in keeping production moving! We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator / Material Handler with Crown stand-up and sit-down forklift experience to support warehouse and production operations on our overnight shift.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate Crown stand-up and sit-down forklifts (including inverted steering) to safely transport raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods throughout the facility.
- Move aluminum, steel, and copper coils between storage, production areas, shipping, and receiving while supporting daily manufacturing operations.
- Perform material handling, loading/unloading, picking, packing, and production support activities across multiple departments.
- Maintain forklifts and equipment, remove scrap materials, record scrap weights, and report any operational or safety concerns.
- Assist production teams by feeding materials into machines and ensuring work areas remain clean, organized, and safe.
- Follow established quality, safety, and continuous improvement procedures while meeting productivity expectations.
- Support a team-oriented environment with flexibility to work overtime and assist wherever needed throughout the facility.
Qualifications
- Previous experience operating Crown stand-up and sit-down forklifts is required.
- Experience with both battery-powered and propane-powered lift trucks.
- Ability to safely operate a forklift for 75% or more of the shift.
- Manufacturing, warehouse, shipping/receiving, or material handling experience preferred.
- Ability to lift up to 45 lbs and work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
- Strong attention to safety, equipment care, and productivity.
- Reliable attendance and willingness to work overtime as needed.
If you're an experienced forklift operator looking for a stable 3rd shift opportunity with overtime potential and room to grow, we'd love to hear from you!
Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lancaster, PA.
Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 Lancaster, PA.
Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.
Forklift Operator in lancaster at Unknown Company
- Typical pay
- $33,280–$37,440
For context, most forklift operators earn between $33,280–$37,440 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
This position is listed as contract and onsite.