Forklift Operator

Aerotek; Madison (NC); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Job summary

Aerotek in Madison, NC is hiring a Forklift Operator for a brick plant environment. You will operate a sit-down forklift, load/unload, and maintain a clean, safe work area.

The role requires ability to work rotating first shifts, adapt to indoor/outdoor dusty conditions, and comply with LO/TO and PPE requirements; long-term opportunities and cross-training are available.

Qualifications

• Experience with forklift operation and machine operation.
• Proficiency with hand tools and RF scanners.
• Experience in shipping, receiving, and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift to move materials and products to and from designated locations.
• Load and unload materials manually as needed.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area to prevent personal injury and property damage.
• Use proper safety equipment and follow procedures including Lockout/Tagout (LO/TO).
• Learn other jobs and fill in as necessary.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanners

Shipping & inventory

General labor

Job description

Job Title: Forklift Operator Job Description

Join our team as a forklift operator in a dynamic brick plant environment. This role involves working rotating first shifts, providing a variety of experiences throughout the workweek.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift to move materials and products to and from designated locations.
• Load and unload materials manually as needed.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area to prevent personal injury and property damage.
• Use proper safety equipment and follow procedures including Lockout/Tagout (LO/TO).
• Learn other jobs and fill in as necessary.

Essential Skills

• Experience with forklift operation and machine operation.
• Proficiency with hand tools and RF scanners.
• Ability to handle materials, load, and unload.
• Experience in shipping, receiving, and inventory management.
• Capability in general labor, picking, and packing tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to hop on and off the forklift efficiently.
• Onsite forklift certification provided when applicable.

Why Work Here?

We offer long-term employment with opportunities for advancement and cross-training, fostering a supportive and growth-oriented work environment.

Work Environment

This role is within a brick masonry manufacturing setting, involving both indoor and outdoor work in non-climate controlled conditions. The environment is dusty and dirty, requiring the ability to work independently in varying temperatures. Personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, ear plugs, hard hat, and safety vest is mandatory. Expect to get your clothes dirty in this challenging but rewarding setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Madison, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36400.00 - $36400.00/yr.

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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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

  Workplace Type

  This is a fully onsite position in Madison,NC.

  Application Deadline

  This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

  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.