• Forklift Operator

    Aerotek (Smyrna, TN)


    Seeking Forklift Operators in La Vergne, TN

    Job Description

    As a Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for pulling orders to ensure efficient shipment to customers, managing Direct Ship Ports, Truck Load Reports, and other shipping functions as trained and required. Your role also involves moving parts from the Market Area to Assembly Lines, supplying weld cells with necessary parts and materials for final assembly, and transporting finished racks and parts to designated areas within the plant.

    Responsibilities

    + Inspect racks for damage during unloading and cleaning.

    + Clean old labels from empty racks.

    + Inspect shipments for damaged or improperly adjusted racks.

    + Check trailers for items such as wood, metal, and holes before loading.

    + Pack service parts to prevent damage during transportation, following packaging instructions where available.

    + Ensure bar code labels on racks match part numbers on manufacturing labels and are in good condition for scanning.

    + Pull parts from stock in FIFO (first in first out) order for shipment staging.

    + Learn and practice proper material handling functions, including supplying correct parts to assembly lines.

    + Report production activities when picking up and setting down racks.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in forklift operation, material handling, and sit-down forklift operation.

    + Tow motor experience.

    + 3-4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

    + Ability to lift 50 lbs without mechanical assistance.

    + Good basic math knowledge.

    + Strong verbal and written communication skills.

    + Excellent organizational and coordination skills.

    + Completion of tow motor training and certification prior to job commencement.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

    + Experience with pallet jack, production, order picking, and tow motor is beneficial.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    This role offers opportunities for advancement in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You will be part of a team that values skill development and career growth. The company culture emphasizes efficiency and precision, ensuring that you have the tools and support needed to excel in your role.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The position is set in an automotive manufacturing environment, operating onsite at a Tier 1 supplier facility. The facility follows a Just-In-Time production model, requiring high skill levels due to narrow forklift paths and space constraints. The environment involves robotic welding, which may result in smokey conditions and sparks. Work hours include a 1st shift from 6am to 2:30pm, with potential extensions based on demand, and a 2nd shift from 6pm to 2:30am with possible extensions. The workload is currently high due to increased volumes.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Smyrna, Tennessee.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $19.86 - $19.86/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 Smyrna,TN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 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.