Warehouse Associate

Job Title: Warehouse Associate

Job Description

The Warehouse Associate plays a key role in daily storage and logistics operations by safely operating a forklift to load, unload, and move storage containers while maintaining an organized and efficient facility. This position supports routing and staging activities, performs basic equipment inspections, completes paperwork and data entry, and collaborates closely with drivers to ensure timely and accurate deliveries and pickups. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on, physically active work and takes pride in safety, organization, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely to load, unload, and move storage containers throughout the facility and yard.

• Stage containers in designated areas to support daily routing, deliveries, and pickups.

• Assist with daily routing activities, including coordinating container placement and supporting logistics planning.

• Perform routine equipment inspections on forklifts and related tools to ensure safe and reliable operation.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in both warehouse and outdoor settings.

• Handle basic paperwork and perform data entry related to inventory, shipping, receiving, and container movements.

• Support drivers by coordinating container readiness, assisting with loading and unloading, and communicating any special handling needs.

• Participate in general warehouse duties such as picking, packing, loading, unloading, and inventory control as needed.

• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines, including proper use of equipment and adherence to facility protocols.

• Assist with shipping and receiving activities, ensuring accurate documentation and proper handling of materials.

Essential Skills

• Proven forklift operating experience in a warehouse or similar environment.

• Ability to safely load, unload, and move containers and materials using a forklift and other warehouse equipment.

• Strong safety awareness and commitment to following safety procedures and conducting basic equipment inspections.

• Basic computer skills, including data entry for inventory, shipping, receiving, and routing information.

• Experience with general warehouse tasks such as picking, packing, loading, unloading, and inventory control.

• Ability to work in a physically active role, including frequent lifting, moving, and operating heavy equipment.

• Effective communication skills to coordinate with drivers and team members.

• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with container repair or maintenance, including the ability to fix minor container damage when needed.

• Knowledge of routing or logistics coordination, including assisting with planning and optimizing delivery routes.

• Previous experience in a warehouse, storage, or logistics environment with familiarity in storage operations and inventory handling systems.

• Comfort working in both indoor warehouse and outdoor yard settings.

• Attention to detail when handling paperwork, data entry, and inventory documentation.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable operation in the storage and logistics sector, offering consistent and reliable work in an essential industry. The role provides a hands-on, active workday for those who prefer staying physically engaged and operating equipment instead of sitting at a desk. You will be part of a team-oriented environment where collaboration with drivers and coworkers is valued, and where strong working relationships and daily variety make each day different. The organization emphasizes safety, reliability, and mutual support, creating a workplace where your contributions are visible and appreciated.

Work Environment

This role is based in a warehouse and outdoor yard setting, where you work both inside the storage facility and outside handling containers. The schedule follows a first-shift pattern from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The environment is physically active and fast-paced, with frequent lifting, moving, and operating heavy equipment throughout the day to support steady deliveries, pickups, and logistics operations. The workplace places a strong emphasis on safety, including adherence to procedures, regular equipment checks, and maintaining a clean, organized facility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Depew, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Depew,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 6, 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.