About this role
Job DescriptionThis position involves a dual role of maintaining material stock in production lines and handling the loading and unloading of trucks for shipping and receiving. The operator assistant will utilize fork trucks to transport formed metal from the roll forming area to secondary areas, and vice versa, while also loading finished materials into the warehouse and onto trucks.
Responsibilities
- Keep production lines stocked with materials.
- Load and unload trucks for shipping and receiving.
- Transport formed metal throughout the plant using fork trucks.
- Load finished materials into the warehouse and onto trucks.
- Bring materials to work cells and take bundles from work cells.
- Help with setup, load and/or unload parts from the production line.
- Utilize computer skills for inventory control and documentation of goods shipped/received.
- Process paperwork related to shipping and receiving.
- Use hand tools to unload/load parts.
- Pack finished goods for shipping
Essential Skills
- Sit-down forklift experience is essential.
- Industrial or manufacturing experience.
- Shipping and receiving experience.
- Proficiency in computer skills for inventory control and documentation.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with forklift operating and crane operation.
- Ability to perform data entry, process bills of lading, and conduct cycle counts.
- Experience with inventory control and warehouse forklift operations.
Shift
- 1st shift hours Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm plus OT
- 2nd shift hours Mon-Fri 2pm-10:30pm plus OT
- 3rd shift hours Sun Night (Mon)-Thurs Night (Fri) 10pm-6:30am plus OT
Required
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Two valid forms of ID.
- Must have a birth certificate for employment verification.
- Ability to pass a drug test (DT) and BGV.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Shelbyville, KY.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $21.50 - $21.50/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 16, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Shelbyville,KY.
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.