Stand Up Forklift Operator

Stand-up Forklift Operators Needed in Dickson $22/hr!

The Material Handler performs a wide range of warehouse operations, including order fulfillment, shipping and receiving, inventory control, and general facility upkeep. This role supports efficient movement, storage, and replenishment of materials while operating warehouse equipment safely and maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

Responsibilities

• Pull and assemble customer orders accurately and efficiently according to established procedures.
• Check outbound orders for accuracy and completeness before shipment.
• Perform inventory stock checks and assist with maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Restock and label vendor products to ensure proper identification and organization.
• Maintain product displays such as tools, caulk, and related items in a neat and orderly manner.
• Move, store, and replenish material throughout the warehouse as needed.
• Conduct daily cycle counts to support ongoing inventory accuracy.
• Receive and unload inbound material from trucks and other delivery vehicles.
• Process inbound shipments, verify documentation, and stock material in designated locations.
• Process customer returns and ensure proper documentation and handling.
• Notify management of damaged shipments to support freight claims and corrective actions.
• Operate forklift equipment safely to move, load, and unload materials.
• Use pallet jacks and other material handling equipment to transport products within the facility.
• Support shipping and receiving activities, including loading and unloading trucks.
• Use RF scanners or similar devices to pick orders and track inventory movements.
• Perform general labor tasks such as packing, staging, and organizing materials.
• Maintain a clean and organized facility by sweeping, removing trash, and supporting restroom and general office maintenance as needed.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures as outlined in the Safety Program.
• Report all accidents, unsafe conditions, and unsafe acts to management promptly.
• Perform other related duties as required to support overall warehouse operations.

Essential Skills

• Previous warehouse experience.
• Experience with material handling in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to operate a forklift safely.
• Ability to use pallet jacks for moving materials.
• Experience with shipping and receiving processes.
• Order picking and packing experience.
• Ability to load and unload trucks and other delivery vehicles.
• Experience using RF scanners for picking and inventory tracking.
• Basic warehouse inventory knowledge and stock handling skills.
• Ability to perform general labor tasks in a warehouse setting.
• Attention to detail to ensure order accuracy and proper labeling.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and reporting unsafe conditions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience maintaining product displays and merchandising within a warehouse or similar environment.
• Ability to perform cycle counts and support inventory control processes.
• Comfort working with customer returns and related documentation.
• Capability to perform light facility maintenance tasks such as sweeping and trash removal.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Reliability and punctuality to support consistent 2nd shift operations.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable operation that values safety, organization, and teamwork in its warehouse environment. The role offers consistent full-time hours on a regular 2nd shift schedule, allowing for predictable work-life planning. You will work with established processes and equipment, gain exposure to multiple aspects of warehouse operations, and have the opportunity to build and strengthen your skills in material handling, shipping and receiving, and inventory control.

Work Environment

This role is based in a warehouse facility on a 2nd shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. You will work in an active environment that involves standing, walking, lifting, and moving materials throughout the shift. The position requires regular use of forklifts, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other standard warehouse equipment. The facility emphasizes cleanliness and organization, with routine sweeping, trash removal, and general upkeep of warehouse, restroom, and office areas. Safety is a core focus, with established safety rules and a formal Safety Program that all team members follow.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dickson, TN.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.70/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 Dickson,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 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.