Forklift Operator & Material Handler — Memphis

Aerotek; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Employee Assistance Program

PTO

Job summary

Aerotek in Memphis, TN is hiring for a Forklift Operator and Material Handler on a contract-to-hire basis. The role involves coordinating material movements, operating forklifts, and ensuring accurate inventory using RF scanners and ERP systems.

Responsibilities include replenishing materials, maintaining FIFO, picking and packing for production and shipping, and supporting kitting and stockroom duties. This onsite role offers weekly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the movement of materials to manufacturing areas to support production schedules and ensure timely replenishment.
• Physically move materials throughout the facility, including manufacturing, shipping, parts preparation, and office areas, while maintaining accuracy and safety.
• Execute all required material movements in the system, using RF scanners and ERP transactions to keep inventory records current and accurate.
• Operate material handling equipment, including forklifts and other warehouse equipment, in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain organized bin management and ensure First In, First Out (FIFO) practices are consistently followed.
• Return unused materials from manufacturing areas to the stockroom using RF scanners and proper documentation.
• Properly dispose of scrap components according to established procedures and guidelines.
• Pull and process materials for purges from stock as needed, ensuring correct handling and documentation.
• Perform warehouse cycle counts where appropriate to support accurate inventory control.
• Verify material movements and related paperwork to ensure correct physical and system tracking of all materials.
• Use scan guns and RF scanners to pick, load, count, and pack materials for production and shipping.
• Support kitting activities by assembling and organizing components for production, acting as a kitting specialist or kitting operator when required.
• Carry out picking, packing, loading, counting, and packaging tasks with strong attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, peers, and other departments to resolve material issues and support production needs.
• Perform other warehouse and stockroom duties as assigned to support overall operations.

Job description

Aerotek in Memphis, TN is hiring for a Forklift Operator and Material Handler on a contract-to-hire basis. The role involves coordinating material movements, operating forklifts, and ensuring accurate inventory using RF scanners and ERP systems.

Responsibilities include replenishing materials, maintaining FIFO, picking and packing for production and shipping, and supporting kitting and stockroom duties. This onsite role offers weekly pay and comprehensive benefits.