• Forklift Operator And Material Handler

    Aerotek (North Plains, OR)


    Job Title: Forklift Operator and Material Handler

    Job Description

    We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Shipping Clerk to support shipping operations at our facility. This role involves a combination of clerical responsibilities in the shipping office and hands-on work operating a forklift in the yard. The Shipping Clerk is responsible for preparing accurate shipping documents, assisting with truck loading coordination, and ensuring materials are staged and shipped correctly and safely.

    Responsibilities

    + Prepare and print Bills of Lading (BOLs) and other required shipping documents.

    + Verify orders against shipping paperwork to ensure accuracy in product, quantity, and destination.

    + Operate a forklift to stage and load finished lumber products for outbound shipments.

    + Safely and efficiently handle packaged goods, ensuring correct placement and load configuration.

    + Assist in verifying that loaded trucks meet customer specifications and safety requirements.

    + Communicate with truck drivers and internal yard staff to ensure timely and organized loading.

    + Report any issues with loads, product availability, or documentation to the Shipping Lead or Supervisor.

    + Enter shipment details into inventory or shipping software systems.

    + Track shipping activity and help ensure inventory records reflect accurate outgoing quantities.

    + Assist with filing and updating internal shipping logs and delivery records.

    + Submit daily receiving/shipping report detailing inbound traffic, outbound traffic, and make-up shipments.

    + Inspect inbound material using purchase orders and record results.

    + Visually inspect outbound loads for unit count, packaging, and damage.

    + Take photos of damaged inbound material and attach to receiving documents.

    + Monitor for unsafe forklift operation, improper material stacking, and obstructed fire extinguishers. Report emergency breakdowns that would impact production.

    + Contribute to daily housekeeping, including waste separation (plastic, paper, wood, metal, general garbage).

    + Maintain and update daily: Receiving and Shipping Logs, Truck Yard Inventory by Order.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience moving large, industrial materials using forklift, preferably Hyster Forklift.

    + Documentation for shipping and receiving materials.

    + Computer literacy, can communicate professionally over email with other departments.

    + Previous shipping and receiving software experience, open to type of software used in the past.

    + Data entry and labelling.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + High school diploma or equivalent.

    + 1–2 years of experience in a shipping or warehouse role, preferably in lumber or manufacturing.

    + Forklift certification required (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

    + Familiarity with Bills of Lading and basic shipping documentation practices.

    + Strong computer skills, including data entry, shipping/receiving documentation, and communication with other departments via email.

    + Strong attention to detail and time management skills.

    + Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

    Schedule & Pay

    + Day shift, Monday - Friday 7am - 3:30pm

    + Pay $20-$25 depending on experience

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $25.00/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)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in NORTH PLAINS,OR.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 18, 2025.

    About Aerotek:

    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 meets 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 solving for 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.

     

    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.