Forklift Operator

Job Title: Forklift Operator Job Description This role focuses on working in a metals warehouse where you will handle, move, and pack metal materials, operate material handling equipment, and occasionally use machines to cut metals. You will work in a physically demanding, industrial environment and play a key role in keeping materials organized, shipments accurate, and operations running smoothly. Success in this position requires a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and consistent, reliable attendance. Responsibilities • Handle, move, and store metal materials within the warehouse, ensuring items remain organized and easily accessible. • Pack metal products securely for shipment, ensuring items are properly labeled, protected, and ready for delivery. • Lift and transport heavy metal materials, often up to 50 pounds or more, safely and efficiently throughout the facility. • Operate machines and equipment such as cutting tools and saws to cut metal products according to specifications, as needed. • Assist with inventory control by tracking, scanning, and documenting materials moving in and out of the warehouse. • Use RF scanners and RF scan guns to pick, track, and verify orders and inventory accurately. • Perform order picking, order pulling, and picking orders to support shipping, receiving, and production needs. • Operate forklifts, including sit-down forklifts, and pallet jacks to move materials, pallets, and finished goods. • Assist with loading and unloading trucks, containers, and other delivery vehicles safely and efficiently. • Support shipping and receiving activities by staging, loading, unloading, and verifying shipments. • Use hand tools, tape measures, and other basic tools to assist with cutting, measuring, and preparing materials. • Operate warehouse and production equipment, including slitter machines and other material handling machinery, following safety procedures. • Perform general labor, general production, and warehouse packing tasks as assigned to meet production and shipping deadlines. • Label products and materials accurately to support inventory tracking, shipping, and customer requirements. • Assist with stocking and maintaining warehouse inventory, ensuring items are stored in designated locations. • Maintain equipment and tools in good working condition and promptly report any issues or defects to supervisors. • Keep the warehouse clean, safe, and organized by following housekeeping and safety standards at all times. • Follow all safety guidelines and consistently wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing tasks. • Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals, shipping schedules, and customer expectations. • Work efficiently in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment while maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntsville, AL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville,AL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 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.