• Forklift Operator

    Aerotek (Stanton, TN)


    Job Title: Forklift Operator

    Job Description

    The Production Operator is responsible for supporting manufacturing and warehouse operations by safely operating a Hilo forklift to move raw materials, finished goods, and production supplies. This role combines equipment operation with production line support, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to safety standards.

    Responsibilities

    + Safely operate a Hilo (sit down) forklift and overhead crane to unload raw materials, maintain an orderly stockroom, and pull and stage materials for production within the facility.

    + Conduct daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.

    + Remove finished goods and transfer them to designated areas.

    + Utilize a tape measure for proper dimensions of product for staging for the stamping presses, ensuring accuracy.

    + Maintain accurate records of shipments, receipts, and production supplies.

    + Check product labels, quantities, and lot numbers against work orders.

    + Inspect materials for damage or defects before staging for production.

    + Communicate discrepancies to supervisors and coordinate corrective actions.

    + Track material movement using warehouse management systems (WMS) or production logs.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in operating a Hilo (sit down) lift truck, with a bonus for crane operation experience.

    + Basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to read a tape measure to verify product dimensions.

    + Experience in a manufacturing environment is required.

    + Basic computer skills for inventory management.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

    + Experience with unloading, staging, finished goods, and inventory management.

    + Familiarity with hand tools, inspection processes, general labor, and blueprint reading.

    + Experience in machine operation, setup, and fabrication, including the use of calipers and performing changeovers.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a team where you will work in a brand-new, clean, and large manufacturing facility, offering the opportunity to collaborate with an engineering team to test and refine products. The company prioritizes safety, requiring steel-toed boots, safety glasses, and hearing protection, and supports a professional and respectful work environment.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Shift options include six positions on day shift (Monday to Friday, 6:30 am - 3:00 pm) and four positions on night shift (Monday to Friday, 10:30 pm - 7:00 am). Overtime is possible but not guaranteed. The night shift operator will initially train on the day shift until January 5, 2026. The work environment is a modern manufacturing facility with highly automated press equipment. Dress code requires steel-toed boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, a high-visibility vest, and appropriate work attire.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Stanton, TN.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00/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 Stanton,TN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 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.