Forklift Operator & General Production Associate

Aerotek; Georgia; On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek in Damascus, GA is seeking a General Production Worker / Forklift Operator to support material handling, packing, and machine operation in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The role requires a sit-down forklift, strong mechanical aptitude, ability to lift and move materials, and a commitment to safety. This contract-to-hire position offers overtime opportunities and onsite work.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a sit-down forklift in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand basic machinery and production processes.
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting, moving, and handling materials throughout the shift.
• Background in general labor, production, or assembly work.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work effectively in a fast-paced production setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift safely to move raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished products throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Handle materials efficiently, including loading, unloading, stacking, and staging products in designated areas.
• Support production lines by supplying materials and removing completed products as needed.
• Perform basic assembly and production tasks according to established procedures and quality standards.
• Assist with machine operating activities, such as feeding materials into machines and monitoring basic machine functions.
• Carry out general labor duties, including packing, labeling, and preparing products for shipment.
• Follow all safety guidelines and maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.
• Use mechanical aptitude to identify simple issues with equipment or materials and report them promptly.
• Accurately follow instructions from supervisors and collaborate with team members to meet production goals.
• Participate in inventory-related activities, such as moving and organizing stock, as directed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Mechanical aptitude

Physical labor

General labor background

Production/assembly

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Job description

Aerotek in Damascus, GA is seeking a General Production Worker / Forklift Operator to support material handling, packing, and machine operation in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The role requires a sit-down forklift, strong mechanical aptitude, ability to lift and move materials, and a commitment to safety. This contract-to-hire position offers overtime opportunities and onsite work.