Forklift Operator And Material Handler
Aerotek
Posted Friday, April 24, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005982016
Forklift Operator and Material Handler
Job Description
You will perform a mix of material handling, order picking and packing, cycle counting, and general warehouse tasks while using RF scan guns and warehouse management systems.
Responsibilities
- Use RF scan guns to scan, verify, and track inventory and orders throughout the warehouse.
- Perform cycle counting and inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels and identify discrepancies.
- Verify orders against documentation to confirm correct items, quantities, and lot numbers before shipping.
- Operate material handling equipment such as reach trucks, order pickers, and sit-down forklifts, as assigned and if qualified.
- Handle general warehouse and distribution tasks, including loading and unloading, staging, and organizing materials.
- Break down boxes, dispose of packaging, and perform housekeeping duties to keep work areas clean, safe, and organized.
- Use warehouse management systems (WMS) and SAP for basic data entry, order processing, and inventory tracking.
- Follow all facility safety rules and standard operating procedures to protect products, equipment, and coworkers.
- Walk throughout a large facility to locate, pick, and move products as needed to support daily operations.
- Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily shipping, receiving, and inventory goals.
- Adapt to changing priorities, including working additional or adjusted hours when business needs require it.
Essential Skills
- Experience working in a distribution center or warehouse environment.
- Hands-on experience with RF scan guns for scanning, picking, and inventory control.
- Basic familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) and SAP for data entry and order processing.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to minimize errors in a high-impact, accuracy-critical operation.
- Demonstrated reliability and consistent work history in prior roles.
- Experience with material handling tasks such as loading, unloading, and organizing inventory.
- Ability to walk extensively throughout a large facility and perform physical warehouse duties.
- Comfort working in a structured environment with clear procedures and quality standards.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience operating reach trucks, order pickers, and sit-down forklifts.
- Experience performing cycle counts and inventory audits.
- General labor experience in packaging, material handling, and warehouse support.
- Ability to use RF scanners and related technology efficiently in daily tasks.
- Comfort using SAP and WMS platforms for basic data entry and inventory lookups.
- Flexibility to work variable hours as needed, including early mornings, later evenings, and weekends.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a collaborative approach to meeting shared goals.
Why Work Here?
You will join a team-oriented, supportive environment where culture and collaboration are highly valued. The facility is clean, organized, and climate controlled, providing a comfortable and professional setting to work in every day. There is a clear opportunity to grow and advance, including long-term, contract-to-hire potential and future exposure to an increasingly automated operation. You will contribute to meaningful, impactful work that directly supports patient care, while being part of a group that works together to achieve shared success.
Work Environment
This role is based in a very clean, organized, and climate-controlled warehouse that distributes medical device implants. The facility is large, so you should expect substantial walking throughout your shift. The typical schedule runs from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., with the requirement to be available on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and the possibility of starting earlier or staying later based on business needs. Saturday shifts generally start around 5:00 a.m. and run until approximately 12:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. You will work in a highly team-oriented environment where collaboration and culture are important, and everyone contributes to getting orders processed accurately and on time. The facility uses RF scan guns, warehouse management systems, SAP, and various material handling equipment such as reach trucks, order pickers, and sit-down forklifts. The warehouse operates under clear rules for safety and focus: cell phones are not allowed on the floor, and headphones are prohibited; lockers are provided for personal items, though availability may vary.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Southaven, MS.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $19.50 - $19.50/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 Southaven,MS.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026.
About Aerotek:
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.
Contact Information
Email: brfarmer@aerotek.com
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