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Aerotek Forklift Operator And Material Handler in Indianapolis, Indiana
Job Title: Forklift Operator and Material Handler Job Description
A manufacturer in Indianapolis is searching for a Lead Operator on 1st shift who is comfortable working in a heavy industrial setting. This is a working lead position, where you will oversee forklift and material handlers while also performing forklift operating and general labor duties. The role involves moving raw metal materials and finished bales around the facility using a standard propane forklift with various attachments.
Responsibilities
Oversee and lead forklift and material handling personnel on shift.
Operate a sit-down forklift to move metal cubes and pallets safely around the facility.
Use attachments such as clamp truck, long fork, and tilting attachment for specific tasks.
Perform quality checks on products and facilitate truck loading.
Assist with general cleaning or labor tasks as needed.
Essential Skills
Proven forklift operating experience.
Ability to facilitate truck loading and perform visual quality checks.
Leadership qualities and ability to oversee a team in a heavy industrial setting.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with RF scanner, order picking, and reach truck operations.
Capability to perform heavy lifting and stand-up forklift operations.
Bilingual abilities are a plus.
Why Work Here?
We prioritize internal promotions, offering opportunities for growth into advanced leadership roles. With three facilities in the Indianapolis area, you have the chance to expand your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.
Work Environment
The facility is a metal sorting and packaging operation that remains cooler than typical metal manufacturing environments as it does not involve metal melting. It is not temperature controlled, typically being 10-15 degrees cooler than outside during the summer. The front half of the facility resembles a basic warehouse with sorting operations, while the back houses large baling machines for processing metal products.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 10, 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.