Forklift Operator

Job Description
The Forklift Operator safely operates forklifts to load, unload, and move materials throughout the facility, supporting production and shipping activities. This role ensures that raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods are handled accurately and efficiently according to production schedules and shipping orders.
Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts to load and unload materials and deliveries from trucks, loading docks, and storage areas.
• Review production schedules or shipping orders and transport materials or equipment to and from designated areas within the facility.
• Supply raw materials and work-in-process stock to production machines in alignment with the production schedule.
• Load and unload goods from vehicles in a safe and timely manner.
• Move palletized or slip-sheeted goods throughout the storage facility while maintaining product integrity.

Essential Skills

• Recent forklift operating experience, using sit-down or stand-up forklifts.
• Manufacturing or warehouse forklift operating experience.

Work Environment
All 3 shifts available - overtime available!
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jefferson, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.25 - $20.25/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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jefferson, WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Jefferson,WI.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE 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.