Warehouse Associate

Job Description
Join our dynamic team as a Warehouse Worker, where you'll operate double wide forklifts and 2/3/4 stage lifts. You will be responsible for loading and unloading freight trucks and rail cars filled with beer, wine, soft drinks, spirits, and more. Based at the Swan Island location, you will move palletized loads around the warehouse primarily using sit-down electric forklifts. Additionally, you will utilize RF scanning systems to manage inventory with scannable barcodes on floors and placards.
Responsibilities

• Operate double wide forklifts and 2/3/4 stage lifts efficiently.
• Load and unload freight trucks and rail cars with various beverages.
• Move palletized full pallet loads around the warehouse using sit-down electric forklifts.
• Utilize RF scanning systems for inventory management.
• Ensure accurate order picking, shipping, and receiving processes.
• Handle materials and manage stockrooms effectively.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in forklift operation and material handling.
• Experience with inventory management and RF scanning systems.
• 1+ year experience in a distribution facility, specifically with forklifts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with storage solutions and order picking.
• Ability to operate pallet jacks and reach trucks.
• Experience in shipping and receiving processes.

Why Work Here?
Our company offers a comprehensive benefits package with full paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees, and family plans available at a low rate. We provide a 5% 401k match and annual raises of 5%. As a new company with seasoned foremen and management, you have the opportunity to grow from the ground floor into lead positions such as floor leads, shift leads, and management roles.
Work Environment
Work in a large, temperature-controlled warehouse facility maintained at 50-60 degrees year-round. Enjoy a comfortable and engaging work atmosphere surrounded by the cool industry of beer and wine.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 Portland, OR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE 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.