About this role
Job Title: Forklift Operator and Material HandlerJob DescriptionThis role focuses on safely operating sit-down forklifts to move raw materials and finished goods throughout a manufacturing facility, supporting production lines and outbound shipping. You will prepare and load outbound shipments, unload inbound deliveries, and ensure materials are accurately stored, staged, and documented to support efficient order fulfillment and inventory control.
Responsibilities
- Prepare finished goods for outbound shipping and load shipments into the correct container trucks.
- Unload inbound shipments and place materials into the proper storage and warehouse areas.
- Prepare all necessary paperwork for shipments and attach documentation as required to support and expedite order fulfillment.
- Move raw materials and finished parts to and from production cells, staging areas, and warehouse storage locations.
- Operate electric-powered sit-down lift trucks (hilo) safely and efficiently for 9095% of the shift.
- Load approximately 1014 trucks per day while maintaining accuracy and safety.
- Inspect lift trucks regularly to verify compliance with safety standards and operating requirements.
- Follow written start-up procedures for operating electric-powered lift trucks.
- Respond promptly to requests to locate, count, and report physical inventory quantities.
- Stock production lines with raw goods to ensure continuous manufacturing operations.
- Maintain a safe and organized work area while working collaboratively with a small team.
Essential Skills
- Ability to follow written start-up and operating procedures.
- Strong attention to detail when completing shipment paperwork and documentation.
- Comfort working in louder, less pristine industrial environments.
- Ability to work 2nd shift hours (2:30 p.m. 10:30 p.m.) with some overtime as needed.
Why Work Here? You will join a stable, unionized workplace that offers benefits, wage progression, and a clear path for advancement. The organization values long-term careers, with many employees staying for decades, and supports internal promotion so contractors can grow into permanent roles. You can expect a pay increase upon conversion to direct employment, structured progression through the union, and a culture that emphasizes loyalty, development, and growth from within. Work EnvironmentThis is a 2nd shift position, working from 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with a typical 40-hour workweek and some overtime as needed.
You will work in a manufacturing and warehouse setting that is not the cleanest environment, with some loud areas on the production floor and quieter sections in the warehouse. The role involves operating a sit-down electric-powered forklift (hilo) for 9095% of the shift, loading approximately 1014 trucks per day, and performing regular equipment inspections. You will be part of a team of about five people, collaborating closely to support production and shipping operations in a union facility.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Troy, MI.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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)
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Troy,MI.
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: Aerotek.com | 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.