Forklift Operator And Material Handler

Job Title: Forklift Operator and Material Handler

Job Description

This role involves safely operating reach trucks, order pickers, and sit-down forklifts to support daily warehouse operations in a clean, climate-controlled distribution environment. You will handle receiving, put-away, inventory movement, and order fulfillment while using RF scan guns and a warehouse management system to ensure accurate product placement and documentation. The position requires strong attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team-focused culture.

Responsibilities

• Operate reach trucks, order pickers, and sit-down forklifts to move, stage, and store products throughout the warehouse.

• Use RF scan guns and a warehouse management system (such as SAP) to accurately locate, scan, and record inventory movements and product put-away.

• Receive products from the dock, verify documentation, and ensure correct put-away to designated locations.

• Perform product put-away, ensuring pallets are properly labeled, stacked, and stored according to warehouse standards.

• Move product throughout the facility to support shipping, receiving, replenishment, and general material handling activities.

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

• Pick orders accurately using order picking equipment and RF scanners, ensuring correct items, quantities, and locations.

• Verify orders and pallets for accuracy, including product type, quantity, and proper palletizing before staging or shipping.

• Assist with packing, packaging, loading, and general labor tasks as needed to support daily warehouse operations.

• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while operating forklifts and material handling equipment.

• Collaborate with team members and contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture focused on meeting operational goals.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in line with facility standards.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience operating reach trucks and order pickers in a warehouse or distribution environment.

• Hands-on experience operating sit-down forklifts and performing forklift operations safely and efficiently.

• Previous warehouse and distribution experience, including shipping, receiving, order picking, and material handling.

• Proficiency using RF scan guns (RF scanners) to scan, track, and manage inventory and orders.

• Experience working with warehouse management systems (WMS), such as SAP, for inventory control and product tracking.

• Ability to perform cycle counts and inventory audits with strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Demonstrated ability to pick, pack, and verify orders accurately, including palletizing and loading.

• Strong attention to detail to ensure correct product put-away, order accuracy, and inventory integrity.

• Self-motivated and team-oriented mindset, with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Willingness and ability to work mandatory Saturday overtime as required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with general labor tasks in a warehouse setting, including packaging, loading, and inventory support.

• Work experience in shipping and receiving operations within a distribution warehouse environment.

• Comfort working with automated or semi-automated warehouse processes as the facility evolves.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support various warehouse functions as needed.

• Strong communication skills to coordinate effectively with team members and supervisors.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a climate-controlled, clean, and well-organized distribution facility that values teamwork and a positive culture. The environment encourages collaboration, with a strong focus on supporting one another to achieve shared goals. There is a clear opportunity to grow, move up, and advance within the organization, including exposure to automation as the facility transitions to more automated processes in the future. The position offers a contract-to-hire path, providing stability and a long-term career opportunity for high-performing individuals.

Work Environment

This role is based in a temp-controlled, very clean, and organized distribution warehouse. The facility operates as a team-oriented environment where collaboration and culture are highly valued, and everyone works together to get things done. The typical shift runs from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with mandatory Saturday overtime currently required, generally starting around 5:00 a.m. and ending around 12:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. You will regularly use reach trucks, order pickers, sit-down forklifts, RF scan guns, and a warehouse management system such as SAP to perform daily tasks. The facility maintains clear safety and conduct expectations: cell phones are not allowed on the floor, and while lockers are provided, they may be limited; headphones are not permitted on the floor to ensure safety and awareness. The dress code aligns with a typical warehouse environment, emphasizing safety and readiness to work around material handling equipment.

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)

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Southaven,MS.

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.