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Aerotek; Town of Hartland (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a General Laborer / Sit-Down Forklift Operator in Hartland, Wisconsin for a first-shift, fully onsite role. You will operate a sit-down forklift, perform general labor, assist with packaging, assembly, and production tasks, and safely handle materials with hand and power tools.

The position emphasizes safety, organization, and independent work, with up to 10 hours of overtime after the contract period. Join a small, structured team at Aerotek with weekly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• This role requires at least 1 year of recent sit-down forklift experience in a warehouse or production setting.
• Ability to operate a forklift safely and efficiently while handling varied materials.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools for basic mechanical tasks.
• Experience with general labor duties, material handling, and packaging.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and organization.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift to move, load, unload, and stage materials.
• Perform general labor duties, housekeeping, and assist production tasks as needed.
• Package and pack products for shipment or processing.
• Assist with assembly following blueprints or diagrams.
• Use hand and power tools for mechanical tasks and production support.
• Follow safety procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
• Keep work area organized, labeled, and efficiently staged.
• Inspect materials and products for quality during handling and packaging.
• Work independently to meet productivity and quality goals.
• Communicate with team members and supervisors to coordinate material flow.

Skills

Forklift experience

Safety awareness

Hand tools

Power tools

General labor

Detail orientation

Independent work

Education

Experience-based requirement

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Title: General Laborer / Sit-Down Forklift Operator

Job Description

This role involves operating a sit-down forklift and performing general labor tasks to support a clean, organized, and efficient warehouse or production facility. You will move, load, unload, and stage materials, assist with packaging and assembly work, and use hand and power tools to complete a variety of tasks. The position is ideal for someone with proven forklift experience, mechanical aptitude, and a strong focus on safety and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift safely to move, load, unload, and stage materials throughout the warehouse or production facility.

• Handle general labor duties, including material handling, housekeeping, and assisting with production tasks as needed.

• Perform packaging and packing activities to prepare products and materials for shipment or further processing.

• Assist with assembly work, following instructions, blueprints, or diagrams to build or prepare components and products.

• Use hand and power tools to perform mechanical tasks and support machine build or production-related activities.

• Follow safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment and prevent accidents or damage to materials and equipment.

• Maintain an organized and efficient work area, ensuring materials are properly stored, labeled, and staged.

• Inspect materials and products for accuracy and quality while loading, unloading, and packaging.

• Work independently to complete assigned tasks while meeting productivity and quality expectations.

• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate material movement and support production needs.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of recent experience operating a sit-down forklift in a warehouse or production environment.

• Ability to operate a forklift safely and efficiently while handling a variety of materials.

• Proficiency using hand tools and power tools for basic mechanical and assembly tasks.

• Experience with general labor duties, including material handling, packaging, and basic production support.

• Attention to detail when staging, loading, unloading, and packaging materials.

• Commitment to maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

• Ability to work independently and manage tasks with minimal supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with packaging and packing processes in a warehouse or production setting.

• Experience in assembly work, including reading and following blueprints or diagrams.

• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with machine build or mechanical assembly tasks.

• Comfort working with a variety of tools, including both hand and power tools.

• Ability to adapt to different tasks and non-repetitive work throughout the day.

Why Work Here?

You will join a small but growing shop environment that offers a supportive and flexible atmosphere, where your contributions are visible and valued. The facility is climate controlled for year-round comfort, and the work is varied rather than repetitive, providing opportunities to learn and stay engaged. The role offers first-shift hours only, with the potential for up to 10 hours of overtime upon completion of the contract, supporting both stability and additional earning potential. You will also have the opportunity to work independently, giving you autonomy and ownership over your daily tasks.

Work Environment

The work takes place in a clean, well-lit, climate-controlled warehouse or production facility designed for comfort and safety. You will primarily work on first shift, with the possibility of overtime after the contract period. The environment supports independent work, with access to forklifts, hand tools, power tools, and other equipment needed to handle materials, packaging, and assembly tasks. The setting emphasizes organization, safety, and efficiency, providing a professional atmosphere where you can focus on your work without repetitive, monotonous tasks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Hartland, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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 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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Hartland, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hartland,WI.

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.