Forklift Operator

Job Title:Forklift Operator
Job Description
This Forklift Operator role supports a small, closeknit team by safely moving materials, maintaining accurate inventory, and supporting shipping and receiving activities across multiple buildings. You will operate a sit-down forklift, handle materials throughout the facility, and use basic computer and inventory systems to keep products flowing smoothly.
Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift to move materials safely and efficiently throughout the facility and between buildings.
• Store items in bins, on shelves, or on the floor according to style, size, or material type to maintain an organized warehouse.
• Pull and fill orders using pull tickets or pick lists and deliver items to the appropriate production or shipping areas.
• Mark items with identifying codes, numbers, or letters to ensure proper tracking and traceability.
• Distribute stock and materials to production workers and track all issued materials to maintain accurate usage records.
• Move materials to different departments using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.

Essential Skills

• Experience operating a sit-down forklift in a warehouse, production, or similar environment.
• Proven experience with general material handling, including loading, unloading, and staging materials.
• Experience with order picking, packing, and packaging in a warehouse or distribution setting.
• Ability to use pallet jacks and other basic material handling equipment safely.
• Basic computer skills, including printing labels and entering data into inventory or shipping systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using Epicor or similar inventory management software is a plus.
• Experience using RF scanners for picking and inventory is highly beneficial.
• Experience in shipping and receiving, including loading vendor and customer shipments.

Why Work Here?
You will join a laid-back, supportive shop with a genuine family feel and a positive working atmosphere. The company is in a growth phase under new leadership, creating more opportunities to learn, contribute, and advance over time.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Watertown, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Watertown,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.