Cooler Operator/Warehouse Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Cooler Operator Job Description

The Cooler Operator safely operates electric sit-down forklifts to move dairy products throughout refrigerated cooler and loading dock areas. This role loads and unloads trailers, stages and verifies inventory for packing and shipment, and performs general labor tasks in a cold, wet food and beverage manufacturing environment. The Cooler Operator maintains a clean and organized work area, follows all safety protocols, and collaborates closely with team members to meet production and shipping goals.

• Operate electric sit-down forklifts to move dairy products within the cooler and loading dock areas in a safe and efficient manner.
• Load and unload trailers using pallets and carts while ensuring accurate placement of products.
• Stage inventory items based on order forms and verify accuracy prior to packing and shipment.
• Ensure secure stacking of products and inspect shipments to prevent damage during transit.
• Perform general labor tasks, including lifting items up to 50 pounds as needed to support operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area by following established housekeeping and sanitation practices.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures related to forklift operation, material handling, and working in a refrigerated environment.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively to meet daily production and shipping goals.
• Assist with handling and movement of materials using additional warehouse equipment such as cherry pickers and overhead cranes when required.

• Proven experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely operate electric sit-down forklifts in confined cooler and loading dock areas.
• Experience performing general labor tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Familiarity with warehouse operations, including loading, unloading, staging, and inventory handling.
• Ability to read and follow order forms to stage and verify inventory for packing and shipment.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure secure stacking, accurate inspection, and damage prevention for shipments.
• Ability to work effectively in a cold, wet, refrigerated environment for extended periods.
• Commitment to following safety protocols and maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills to support production and shipping goals.

• Experience using cherry pickers or similar warehouse equipment.
• Experience working in a food and beverage manufacturing facility or dairy plant.
• Familiarity with overhead crane operation in a warehouse or manufacturing setting.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with shifting production and shipping priorities.

You will join a production environment where teamwork, safety, and reliability are highly valued. The role offers consistent, hands-on work with material handling equipment in a structured setting, providing opportunities to build and strengthen warehouse and manufacturing skills. You will contribute directly to the movement of essential food products while working in an environment that emphasizes organization, cleanliness, and adherence to safety standards.

This position is based in a food and beverage manufacturing facility within a refrigerated dairy plant. The work area is cold and wet, and you will spend most of your time in cooler and loading dock areas handling dairy products. You will regularly operate electric sit-down forklifts and may use additional warehouse equipment such as cherry pickers and overhead cranes. The role involves physical work, including lifting up to 50 pounds and performing general labor tasks, while maintaining a clean and organized workspace in accordance with safety and sanitation requirements.

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

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Frederick,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.