Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator / Material Handler (1st Shift) - $20/hr

Job Description

This role focuses on safe and efficient forklift operation and material handling in a busy manufacturing environment. You will manage incoming and outgoing materials, support production by accurately picking and staging components, and maintain an organized and compliant storage area. The position requires strong attention to detail, consistent adherence to safety practices, and the ability to work on your feet throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift and pallet jack safely and efficiently in a busy manufacturing and warehouse environment.
• Handle materials throughout the facility, including picking, packing, loading, unloading, and staging items for production and shipping.
• Verify transactions for incoming shipments to ensure accuracy of quantities, descriptions, and documentation.
• Load and unload freight and steel coils, ensuring secure handling and proper placement.
• Prepare outgoing shipments, including completing related paperwork and documentation as required.
• Pick materials such as coils, dies, containers, and components for work orders and deliver them to the appropriate production areas.
• Properly store materials and related items in designated locations to maintain order and accessibility.
• Maintain the storage area by organizing inventory, keeping aisles clear, and supporting general housekeeping standards.
• Weigh items as needed and record weights accurately for inventory and shipping purposes.
• Prepare and apply labels and tags to materials, containers, and pallets to ensure clear identification and traceability.
• Use RF scanners or similar devices to perform order picking, inventory tracking, and cycle counts.
• Support shipping and receiving activities, including packaging, general labor tasks, and warehouse inventory control.
• Follow all safety procedures at all times, remain aware of surroundings, and avoid shortcuts that could compromise safety.
• Wear required personal protective equipment on the shop floor and adhere to all facility safety rules.
• Perform frequent walking and standing throughout the shift and assist with other production or warehouse tasks as needed.

Why Work Here?

You join a fast-paced manufacturing environment where safety, teamwork, and reliability are highly valued. The role offers consistent first-shift hours, hands-on work, and the opportunity to build and strengthen skills in forklift operation, material handling, and warehouse logistics. You will work with supportive colleagues, clear processes, and a culture that emphasizes safe practices and operational efficiency.

Work Environment

This position is based on the shop floor and warehouse area of a busy manufacturing facility. The role follows a 1st shift schedule, typically from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and involves frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling throughout the day. You will work around production equipment, steel coils, and other industrial materials while using sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and standard shipping and packaging tools. The environment emphasizes safety and requires wearing personal protective equipment at all times on the shop floor. The storage and warehouse areas require organized material flow, clear labeling, and adherence to housekeeping standards to keep aisles and workspaces clean and accessible.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Valley City, OH.

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 Valley City,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 13, 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.