Climate-Controlled Material Handler (Forklift) – 1st Shift

Aerotek; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Climate-controlled environment

First shift: 5:00am-1:30pm

Contract-to-hire

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Material Handler in Ocala, FL to manage inbound and outbound shipments and support material movement to production in a climate-controlled facility. The role emphasizes accurate inventory flow and timely material delivery in a fast-paced warehouse.

The position is first shift, with a contract-to-hire pathway and pay around $16.50 per hour. Forklift experience is required to operate sit-down and stand-up models safely.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Experience operating forklifts (sit-down and stand-up) and pallet jacks.
• Prior experience in shipping, receiving and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments against packing slips and purchase orders.
• Prepare outgoing shipments with packaging, labeling, and documentation.
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently.
• Move materials to production areas to support operations.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and assist with cycle counts.
• Operate forklifts and stand-up lifts.
• Ensure the warehouse is clean and compliant with safety standards.
• Report discrepancies or shipment issues to leadership.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly.
• Material movement is ~50% equipment operation and ~50% manual handling.

Skills

Forklift operation

Shipping & receiving

Inventory management

Pallet jack

Job description

Aerotek is hiring a Material Handler in Ocala, FL to manage inbound and outbound shipments and support material movement to production in a climate-controlled facility. The role emphasizes accurate inventory flow and timely material delivery in a fast-paced warehouse.

The position is first shift, with a contract-to-hire pathway and pay around $16.50 per hour. Forklift experience is required to operate sit-down and stand-up models safely.