Forklift Operator 1st Shift 20/hr

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Job Title: Forklift

Job Description

This role focuses on operating forklifts to safely handle high-end treadmills and other materials in a neat, clean manufacturing environment. You support daily warehouse operations by maneuvering sit-down forklifts through tight spaces, performing shipping and receiving tasks, and handling inventory and packaging activities. The position requires the ability to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds while maintaining accuracy, safety, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklifts to move high-end treadmills and other materials safely through tight and confined spaces.
• Perform shipping and receiving duties, including loading and unloading trucks and verifying incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Handle materials throughout the warehouse, including order picking, packing, and staging products for shipment.
• Support inventory processes by organizing, counting, and tracking materials to maintain accurate stock levels.
• Load and unload products efficiently while following all safety procedures and equipment handling guidelines.
• Carry out general labor tasks in the warehouse as needed to support smooth daily operations.
• Occasionally lift up to 40 pounds, ensuring safe handling practices and proper use of equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in alignment with manufacturing and warehouse standards.
• Follow established workflows and instructions to meet productivity, quality, and safety expectations.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate clearly to coordinate material flow and resolve issues quickly.

Skills

• Proficiency operating sit-down forklifts in tight spaces with a strong focus on safety.
• Experience with material handling, including loading, unloading, and moving products throughout a warehouse.
• Hands-on experience with shipping and receiving processes, including handling paperwork and verifying shipments.
• Ability to perform inventory-related tasks such as counting, organizing, and tracking materials.
• Capability to perform picking and packing duties with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Physical ability to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds and perform warehouse tasks on your feet.
• Reliability and consistency in following safety procedures and operational guidelines.

Why Work Here?

You join a clean, organized, and relaxed workplace where performance is recognized and rewarded. Pay increases are available based on individual performance, including typical hourly raises once hired on, and annual reviews that can also lead to additional pay growth. The environment supports steady, predictable work on a daytime schedule and values employees who contribute to a safe, efficient, and respectful team culture.

Work Environment

The role is based in a neat, clean manufacturing environment with a focus on safety and organization. You work primarily on first shift, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., handling high-end treadmills and other materials using forklifts and standard warehouse equipment. The setting is relaxed yet productive, with clearly defined processes and expectations, and a layout that requires careful forklift maneuvering through tight spaces.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of WAUKESHA, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 WAUKESHA,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 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: 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.

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.

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.