Warehouse Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Material Handler / Forklift and Tugger Operator

Job Description

This role supports a high-volume warehouse and adjacent manufacturing facility by safely moving, staging, and repacking materials using various types of powered industrial equipment. You will work as part of a coordinated team that operates sit-down forklifts, stand-up reach trucks, tuggers, and order pickers, while also assisting with picking, packing, sorting, and bulk repack activities to ensure production lines remain fully supplied.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklifts and stand-up reach trucks to move, load, unload, and stage pallets and materials within the warehouse.
• Operate tuggers to transport parts and materials and to stack and supply production lines with required components.
• Ensure production lines have sufficient parts and materials by monitoring inventory levels on the line and replenishing as needed.
• Perform order picking using powered equipment and, where required, manual methods to accurately select and stage products.
• Use RF scanners to scan, track, and verify inventory, shipments, and material movements throughout the facility.
• Assist with bulk repack operations, including breaking down bulk shipments and repacking parts into designated containers or configurations.
• Pick, pack, and sort materials and products according to work orders, labels, and inventory requirements.
• Handle and move heavy pallets and materials safely, using appropriate equipment and safe lifting practices.
• Support general material handling tasks such as loading and unloading trucks, organizing storage areas, and maintaining clean workspaces.
• Follow established safety procedures and equipment operating guidelines at all times to maintain a safe work environment.
• Adhere to attendance and punctuality expectations, including occasional schedule adjustments such as starting earlier, staying later, or working on Fridays when requested.
• Participate in orientation and any required training to stay current with operational processes and safety standards.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production and shipping schedules and to respond to changing workload demands.

Essential Skills

• Experience operating sit-down forklifts in a warehouse or production environment.
• Experience operating stand-up reach trucks to move and stage pallets and materials.
• Experience operating tuggers to transport materials and supply production lines.
• Ability to perform order picking using powered industrial trucks and RF scanners.
• Hands-on experience with material handling tasks such as loading, unloading, picking, packing, and sorting.
• Ability to use RF scanners for inventory tracking, verification, and documentation.
• Capability to handle heavy pallets and materials safely using appropriate equipment.
• Experience in material handling, assembly, production, or similar industrial roles.
• Ability to work 1st or 2nd shift, Monday through Thursday, with flexibility for occasional schedule changes.
• Reliability and strong attendance, with the ability to comply with a defined attendance points policy.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to safety and operational procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with inventory control processes in a warehouse or manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with pallet jacks and other material handling equipment.
• Prior experience in general labor roles within warehouses, distribution centers, or production facilities.
• Experience with stand-up and sit-down powered equipment, including reach trucks, order pickers, and tuggers.
• Comfort working in both warehouse and on-site plant environments as workload requires.
• Willingness to rotate between material handling, repack, and general labor tasks based on production needs.
• Openness to contract-to-hire arrangements, with potential for conversion based on performance and business needs.

Why Work Here?

You join a team-focused operation that values flexibility, cross-training, and consistent communication about schedules and expectations. The environment offers steady, full-time hours on structured shifts, with the opportunity to learn multiple types of equipment and gain diverse material handling experience. A clear contract-to-hire pathway provides the potential for a pay increase and a fresh start on attendance points upon conversion, rewarding strong performance and reliability. Regular breaks, paid lunch, and a predictable shift structure support work-life balance while still offering occasional overtime opportunities.

Work Environment

This position is based in a warehouse located adjacent to a manufacturing plant, with material handlers working both inside the warehouse and within the plant as needed. The operation runs 1st and 2nd shifts, typically Monday through Thursday, with occasional requests to start an hour early, stay an hour late, or work on Friday depending on production demands. First shift hours are approximately 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Team members use sit-down forklifts, stand-up reach trucks, tuggers, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other material handling equipment in a fast-paced, production-driven environment. Orientation takes place on Monday mornings at 7:00 a.m. Breaks may vary with production needs, but typically include two 15-minute breaks and one 30-minute paid lunch. The dress code allows jeans and t-shirts, with restrictions on leggings to support safety and professionalism on the warehouse floor.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Madison, AL.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.25/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 Madison,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 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.