• Forklift Operator And Material Handler

    Aerotek (Doswell, VA)


    Job Title: Forklift Operator and Material Handler** **Job Description

     

    As a Forklift Operator and Material Handler, you will assist machine operators in setting up and operating production equipment. Your role will involve monitoring machines during operation to ensure consistent quality and output, loading raw materials, and removing finished products from production lines. Additionally, you will perform routine cleaning and maintenance of machinery, inspect products for defects, and report issues to supervisors. Maintaining accurate production records and following safety protocols are also key aspects of this role. You will support other production tasks as needed, ensuring that the production of products and services meets or exceeds customer expectations.

    Responsibilities

    + Assist machine operators in setting up and operating production equipment.

    + Monitor machines during operation for consistent quality and output.

    + Load raw materials and remove finished products from production lines.

    + Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of machinery.

    + Inspect products for defects and report issues to supervisors.

    + Maintain accurate production records and follow safety protocols.

    + Support other production tasks as needed.

    + Operate machines, including extruders, laminators, presses, and slitters.

    + Ensure preventative maintenance on machines is performed.

    Essential Skills

    + Previous industrial experience.

    + Knowledge of machinery functions.

    + Basic computer and math skills.

    + Proficiency in forklift and clamp truck operations (training provided).

    + Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.

    + Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

    + Capability to lift approximately 50 lbs.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Machine operating experience.

    + Experience with extruder operations.

    + Experience working on laminating machines.

    + Possibility of working on press and slitter machines.

    + Experience in assembly, general labor, and general production.

    + Familiarity with hand tools, mechanical tasks, packing, picking, RF scanner, and packaging.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    For over 40 years, this company has provided a stable and supportive work environment in North America. Employees are engaged in sustainable initiatives and have the opportunity to contribute to their local communities. The company fosters a strong culture with a commitment to employee engagement and development.

    Work Environment

    This position involves machine operating and/or forklift operating in a hot and loud environment due to the rewind machines. Candidates will run multiple different lines and receive cross-training on various machines. Shifts include 1st, 2nd (3pm - 11pm), and 3rd (11pm - 7am or 12am - 8am) with most 3rd shift positions running 12-hour shifts from Sunday to Thursday.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Doswell, VA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $20.00/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 Doswell,VA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026.

    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.