Forklift Operator And Material Handler

Tracy Austin

Job Title: Forklift Operator and Material Handler

Job Description

This role supports a medical device distribution facility by accurately handling, moving, and preparing life-saving surgical implants for shipment. You will perform a mix of material handling, order picking and packing, forklift operation, and general warehouse tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. The position is physically active, requires extensive walking and time on your feet, and plays a critical part in ensuring the correct products reach healthcare providers on time.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, including reach trucks, order pickers, and sit-down lifts, to move, load, and unload materials safely and efficiently.

• Perform order picking and packing activities, ensuring the correct items, quantities, and lot numbers are selected and prepared for shipment.

• Use RF scan guns to scan, track, and verify inventory and orders within the warehouse management system.

• Conduct cycle counts and inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels and identify discrepancies.

• Verify orders against documentation to ensure accuracy before shipping, minimizing errors with critical medical device implants.

• Break down boxes, dispose of packaging materials, and perform housekeeping tasks to keep the warehouse clean, organized, and safe.

• Handle general labor and material handling duties, including loading, staging, and organizing products in designated areas.

• Use WMS and SAP systems for basic data entry related to inventory, orders, and shipping activities.

• Follow all facility rules and safety procedures, including restrictions on personal devices and headphones on the floor.

• Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily operational goals and support a strong, team-oriented culture.

• Adapt to potential changes in processes and equipment as the facility moves toward increased automation in the future.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in distribution and warehouse operations, including material handling and general labor tasks.

• Hands-on experience as a picker and packer, with a strong focus on order accuracy and timely fulfillment.

• Ability to operate forklifts, specifically reach trucks, order pickers, and sit-down forklifts, in a warehouse environment.

• Experience performing cycle counting and inventory audits to support accurate stock management.

• Proficiency using RF scan guns for order picking, inventory tracking, and verification.

• Basic familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) and SAP, including data entry for inventory and orders.

• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to minimize errors when handling and shipping critical medical products.

• Consistent and reliable work history demonstrating dependability and commitment.

• Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical tasks for extended periods in a fast-paced warehouse setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in shipping and receiving operations, including loading and order verification.

• Comfort working with technology such as RF scanners, WMS, and SAP in day-to-day warehouse tasks.

• Ability to adapt to process changes and new equipment as the facility implements automation.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a collaborative approach to meeting shared goals.

Why Work Here?

You will join a clean, climate-controlled facility that values teamwork, culture, and collaboration. The environment offers a contract-to-hire path, providing long-term stability and opportunities for career growth. There is a strong emphasis on working together to achieve common goals, and employees have the chance to move up and advance as the operation continues to evolve, including planned automation in the future.

Work Environment

This role is based in a climate-controlled, very clean, and well-organized warehouse that distributes medical device implants. The facility operates on a shift from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., with a requirement to be open to working on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Saturday shifts typically start around 5:00 a.m. and run until approximately 12:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m., with the possibility of starting earlier or staying later as needed. The work is team-oriented, with a strong focus on culture and cooperation. The position involves extensive walking and time on your feet, as well as regular use of forklifts (reach truck, order picker, sit-down), RF scan guns, and warehouse systems such as WMS and SAP. For safety and security reasons, personal cell phones are not allowed inside the building, and headphones are not permitted on the floor; lockers are provided for personal belongings, though availability may vary.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Southaven, MS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.50/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 Southaven,MS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 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.