Logistics Associate

Job Title: Logistics Associate

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely and securely to move goods, pallets, and equipment throughout the warehouse.
• Load and unload pallets from trucks and storage areas into and out of the warehouse.
• Verify that all loads are secure, properly stacked, and free of damage before movement or shipment.
• Stage raw materials and products for production and return finished products to designated warehouse locations.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and safe work area in accordance with company standards.
• Complete the Forklift Operator Daily Checklist before operating equipment each day.
• Follow all department Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and related guidelines.
• Connect and disconnect rail cars on a daily basis in all weather conditions.
• Assist with general warehouse duties such as picking, packing, loading, unloading, and material handling as needed.
• Learn and operate a turret truck and other warehouse equipment as required.
• Assist with space allocation and utilization within the warehouse to optimize storage.
• Transfer inventory between locations when required and support inventory control activities.
• Use RF scanners and related tools to support accurate order picking, shipping, and receiving.
• Support shipping and receiving tasks, including order picking, packaging, and staging for shipment.
• Perform other related tasks and duties as assigned to support overall warehouse and logistics operations.

Essential Skills

• Proven forklift operating experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or retail environment.
• Ability to safely operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts.
• Ability to lift up to 55 pounds on a regular basis.
• Basic math skills to support counting, measurements, and inventory tasks.
• Ability to read and comprehend English to follow written instructions, SOPs, and safety guidelines.
• Experience with shipping and receiving processes.
• Experience with pallet jacks, including electric pallet jacks.
• Experience with material handling, loading, unloading, picking, packing, and general labor tasks.
• Ability to use RF scanners for picking, packing, and inventory control.
• Forklift license or certification, or the ability to obtain it in accordance with company requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating reach trucks and cherry pickers.
• Experience operating turret trucks or willingness to learn.
• Familiarity with warehouse inventory processes and logistics operations.
• Experience with warehouse inventory systems and order picking tools.
• Exposure to or experience with SAP or similar shipping and receiving software.
• Ability to assist with space allocation and warehouse layout optimization.
• Comfort working both independently and as part of a small team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Willingness to work in varying workload conditions, from slower periods to very busy times.

Why Work Here?

The company offers the stability of a large, well‑established organization with multiple facilities across the United States and internationally, providing significant opportunities for long‑term growth and relocation. After successful completion of the contract period, employees become eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, and vision coverage, and a 401(k) plan. Team members join a supportive environment that values initiative, cross‑training, and professional development within a modern, well‑maintained facility.

Work Environment

The role follows a full‑time schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Work takes place in a brand‑new, very clean, and well‑kept warehouse facility. The team is small, currently around five people, which fosters close collaboration and clear communication. The position involves regular operation of forklifts, pallet jacks (including electric pallet jacks), RF scanners, and potentially reach trucks, cherry pickers, and turret trucks.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Leominster, MA.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Leominster,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.