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Aerotek Forklift Operator in Stanton, Tennessee
Job Title: Forklift Operator Job Description
The Production Operator is responsible for supporting manufacturing and warehouse operations by safely operating a Hilo forklift to move raw materials, finished goods, and production supplies. This role combines equipment operation with production line support, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to safety standards.
Responsibilities
Safely operate a Hilo (sit down) forklift and overhead crane to unload raw materials and maintain orderly stock room.
Pull and stage materials for production within the facility.
Conduct daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
Remove finished goods and transfer them to designated areas.
Utilize a tape measure for proper dimensions of product staging for the stamping presses, ensuring accuracy.
Maintain accurate records of shipments, receipts, and production supplies.
Check product labels, quantities, and lot numbers against work orders.
Inspect materials for damage or defects before staging for production.
Communicate discrepancies to supervisors and coordinate corrective actions.
Track material movement using warehouse management systems (WMS) or production logs.
Essential Skills
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
Experience in operation of a Hilo (sit down) lift truck.
Basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to read a tape measure to verify product dimensions.
Experience in a manufacturing environment required.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bonus for crane operation experience.
Basic computer skills for inventory management.
Experience with unloading, staging, finished goods, and inventory.
Why Work Here?
Join a dynamic team in a brand new manufacturing facility that values safety, efficiency, and quality. Benefit from a clean and organized work environment and work closely with the engineering team on innovative projects.
Work Environment
This position is on the day shift, Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with potential overtime up to 10 hours per week and possible Saturday work as production needs warrant. The facility is a large and clean working environment in the stamping department. The role requires leather closed-toe work shoes (not steel toes unless preferred), safety glasses, hearing protection, and a high-visibility vest. Appropriate attire includes jeans or work pants without holes, rips, shorts, or leggings, and long-sleeved shirts or arm sleeves with t-shirts.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Stanton, TN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00/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 Stanton,TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 15, 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.