Warehouse Associate - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Warehouse Forklift Operator
Job Description

This role involves working in a refrigerated, GMP-compliant warehouse to safely load and unload trucks, operate sit-down forklifts, and accurately pick and build orders. You will handle materials, create pallets, and perform physical tasks that require consistent lifting of up to 50 pounds while maintaining high standards of safety and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklifts to safely load and unload trucks with a variety of materials.
• Pull and prepare customer orders accurately, including order picking and packing activities.
• Create and organize pallets according to order specifications and warehouse standards.
• Handle materials throughout the warehouse, including moving, staging, and organizing products.
• Lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Work efficiently in a refrigerated environment while following all safety and GMP guidelines.
• Follow established procedures for loading and unloading trucks to prevent damage and ensure accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with GMP requirements.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively to meet daily workload and scheduling needs.
• Complete assigned tasks from the start of the shift until all work is finished for the day.

• At least 2 years of warehouse experience.
• At least 1 year of sit-down forklift operating experience.
• Proven experience with loading and unloading trucks using a forklift.
• Strong material handling skills, including moving, staging, and organizing products.
• Experience with picking, packing, and order picking in a warehouse setting.
• Ability to consistently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work comfortably and safely in a refrigerated environment.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and workplace guidelines.

• GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) experience is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with working in regulated or food-grade environments is beneficial.
• Attention to detail and accuracy when pulling orders and building pallets.
• Reliability and flexibility to work until all daily tasks are completed.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

You will work a consistent first shift schedule with early morning start times and typical early afternoon finishes, offering a predictable routine and work-life balance. The schedule provides the opportunity to enjoy shorter days in the summer and early Friday departures in the fall, adding flexibility and personal time. You will join a team-focused environment that values safety, reliability, and efficiency, and offers steady, hands-on work in a well-structured warehouse setting.

Work Environment

This is a first shift role with hours starting at 6:00 a.m. and continuing until all work is completed, typically ending around 2:30 p.m., with occasional 10-hour days depending on workload. The facility operates as a GMP-compliant warehouse, requiring the use of a hair net, beard net (if applicable), steel-toe footwear, and safety glasses while on the floor. The work takes place in a refrigerated environment maintained at around 40 degrees, and appropriate PPE is provided to help you stay warm and comfortable. The setting is active and physically demanding, with frequent forklift operation, material handling, and movement throughout the warehouse.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

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 Milwaukee,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 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.