Warehouse Technician

Warehouse Associates Needed 1st Shift $19/hr!

Job Description

The Warehouse Technician supports daily warehouse operations by safely operating forklifts and material handling equipment to receive, store, move, and ship products. This role handles inbound and outbound shipments, maintains accurate inventory records through data entry, and ensures products are stored and organized for efficient access. The position follows established safety and housekeeping standards in a clean warehouse environment and may require occasional overtime and weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Use material handling equipment, including forklifts, to load and unload inbound and outbound shipments from trucks and move materials into and out of warehouse racks and between locations.
• Handle inbound freight from parcel carriers and other transportation providers, ensuring proper receipt and documentation.
• Operate assigned material handling equipment safely and in accordance with company procedures, performing required inspections and confirming equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Report all accidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions promptly to supervision.
• Stock, arrange, and replenish products in warehouse locations to support efficient inventory turns and accessibility.
• Perform cycle counts to determine accurate material quantities and support inventory accuracy.
• Receive materials into inventory, including verifying part numbers, quantities, and related data, and enter accurate information into electronic inventory and receipt systems.
• Move material between designated warehouse locations and accurately locate and pick materials to and from storage locations as required.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies related to material quantities, part numbers, and inventory records.
• Locate parts in the warehouse while ensuring pallets are stable, pallet heights are appropriate, and racking, equipment, and materials are not damaged.
• Ensure materials are stored safely and are not left in aisles or other areas that could create hazards or obstruct operations.
• Practice safe material handling techniques at all times, following all safety policies and guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in assigned work areas and perform general housekeeping tasks as directed.
• Work overtime and weekends as needed to support operational requirements.
• Adhere to all safety-sensitive role requirements and company safety standards.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency operating a forklift in a warehouse environment.
• Experience with shipping and receiving activities, including handling inbound and outbound freight.
• Ability to perform accurate data entry related to inventory, part numbers, quantities, and locations.
• Knowledge of basic warehouse operations, including stocking, picking, and material movement.
• Ability to safely use material handling equipment and follow established safety procedures.
• Attention to detail and accuracy when verifying and recording inventory information.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends when required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a warehouse, distribution, or supply store environment.
• Familiarity with cycle counting and basic inventory control practices.
• Comfort working with electronic inventory and warehouse management systems.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain orderly storage areas.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and follow written and verbal instructions.

Why Work Here?

This temporary role offers access to a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, supporting both well-being and financial security. Depending on eligibility, you may have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as critical illness, accident, and hospital plans. Retirement planning is supported through a 401(k) plan with options for pre-tax and post-tax contributions. Additional benefits may include voluntary life and AD&D insurance for you and your dependents, short- and long-term disability coverage, a Health Spending Account (HSA), and transportation benefits. You may also have access to an Employee Assistance Program and various time off and leave programs, such as paid time off, vacation, or sick leave, helping you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean warehouse environment that emphasizes safety, organization, and proper material handling. Work is performed on-site in a setting that involves regular use of forklifts and other material handling equipment, as well as interaction with warehouse racking, pallets, and freight. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with flexibility to work overtime and weekends as operational needs require. The position is designated as safety sensitive, and employees are expected to follow all safety procedures and maintain a neat, orderly work area.

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

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

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 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.