Warehouse Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Warehouse Associate Job Description

The Warehouse Associate safely operates industrial trucks, including sit-down and stand-up forklifts and reach trucks, to load, unload, transport, and stack goods in a warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environment. This role focuses on conducting safety checks, managing inventory, handling materials, and preparing orders for shipping in a fast-paced 3PL warehouse environment supporting data center operations.

• Safely operate industrial trucks, including sit-down and stand-up forklifts and reach trucks, to load, unload, transport, and stack goods within the warehouse.
• Perform daily safety inspections and pre-operation checks on forklifts and other material handling equipment to ensure safe and compliant operation.
• Move, stage, and organize materials and products throughout the warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environment according to established procedures.
• Pick orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring the correct items and quantities are prepared for shipping.
• Prepare orders for shipment by staging, wrapping, labeling, and organizing pallets or containers as required.
• Support inventory management activities, including counting, tracking, and recording stock movements.
• Handle general labor tasks such as cleaning, organizing, and maintaining a safe and orderly work area.
• Follow all warehouse safety policies, procedures, and guidelines to minimize risk and maintain a safe working environment.
• Participate in and successfully complete a forklift test within the first one to two days of employment.
• Collaborate with team members and leadership to meet productivity, accuracy, and quality goals in a 3PL warehouse environment supporting data center operations.

• Proven ability to safely operate industrial trucks, including sit-down forklifts, stand-up forklifts, and reach trucks.
• Experience working in a warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environment.
• Demonstrated skills in material handling, including loading, unloading, transporting, and stacking goods.
• Order picking experience with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to conduct and document safety checks on forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Capability to manage inventory-related tasks such as counting, tracking, and recording stock movements.
• Willingness and ability to take and pass a forklift test within the first one to two days of employment.
• Comfort working in a 3PL warehouse environment supporting data center operations.
• Strong awareness of safety procedures and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.

• Previous experience in a third-party logistics (3PL) warehouse environment.
• Background supporting data center-related logistics or similar high-compliance environments.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekdays, nights, and weekends as needed.
• Ability to perform general labor tasks and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Join a growing facility that offers strong opportunities for career development and internal advancement. The operation is expanding significantly, with headcount increasing from approximately 120 to 250 team members over the year, creating room for growth, new responsibilities, and promotion from within. You will be part of a dynamic logistics environment that values safety, reliability, and long-term employee development.

This role is based in a warehouse environment that supports logistics for data center operations. You will work around industrial trucks such as sit-down and stand-up forklifts and reach trucks, as well as standard material handling equipment. Multiple shifts are available to support different schedules: first shift operates Monday through Friday from 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; second shift runs Monday through Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; third shift operates Monday through Friday from 9:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m.; weekend days run Friday through Sunday from 5:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; and weekend nights run Friday through Sunday from 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. The environment is fast-paced and safety-focused, with a strong emphasis on proper forklift operation, material handling, and maintaining an organized and clean workspace.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of West Jefferson, OH.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.75/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 West Jefferson,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 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.