Forklift Operator (1st Shift)**
**Job Description**
We are seeking dedicated forklift operators for the first shift (Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5:30 PM) to work in a cold pick room handling medical and pharmaceutical products. This role involves operating a stand-up forklift, picking, loading, unloading, and moving products as required. Operators will also use an RF scan gun for order picking within a facility that utilizes the Manhattan WMS system. The work environment includes a cold room with temperatures between 44-45 degrees and a freezer with temperatures reaching -20 degrees. Employees will alternate between these environments throughout the shift, spending 20 minutes in the freezer and then returning to the cold room for 10 minutes. Cold suits, including pants, jackets, and gloves, are provided for comfort and safety.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate a stand-up forklift in cold and freezer environments.
+ Pick, load, unload, and move medical/pharmaceutical products as needed.
+ Use an RF scan gun to pick orders accurately.
+ Adhere to safety and operational guidelines while working in cold and freezer environments.
+ Swap between cold room and freezer as per shift requirements.
**Essential Skills**
+ Proficiency in forklift operation and certification.
+ Experience with inventory and material handling.
+ Knowledge of RF scanner use.
+ Comfortable working at heights.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Previous experience in cold room or freezer environments is advantageous.
+ Experience in medical device or pharmaceutical sectors is highly desirable.
+ Familiarity with reach trucks and order picking.
**Why Work Here?**
Employees enjoy extensive benefits starting on day one of permanent hire, including insurance, PTO, sick leave, and holiday allowances. The company offers frequent bonuses, annual wage increases, and a supportive work environment that values employee well-being and growth. Additionally, there is a 90-day contract-to-hire period with opportunities for advancement and career development.
**Work Environment**
The work environment consists of a cold room maintained at 44-45 degrees and a freezer at -20 degrees. Employees spend their shift alternating between these areas, with the company providing appropriate cold-weather gear to ensure comfort. A facility tour is encouraged to acquaint candidates with the working conditions and reduce turnover.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Memphis, Tennessee.
**Pay and Benefits**
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)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Memphis,TN.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 18, 2025.
**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.
**Job Description**
We are seeking dedicated forklift operators for the first shift (Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5:30 PM) to work in a cold pick room handling medical and pharmaceutical products. This role involves operating a stand-up forklift, picking, loading, unloading, and moving products as required. Operators will also use an RF scan gun for order picking within a facility that utilizes the Manhattan WMS system. The work environment includes a cold room with temperatures between 44-45 degrees and a freezer with temperatures reaching -20 degrees. Employees will alternate between these environments throughout the shift, spending 20 minutes in the freezer and then returning to the cold room for 10 minutes. Cold suits, including pants, jackets, and gloves, are provided for comfort and safety.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate a stand-up forklift in cold and freezer environments.
+ Pick, load, unload, and move medical/pharmaceutical products as needed.
+ Use an RF scan gun to pick orders accurately.
+ Adhere to safety and operational guidelines while working in cold and freezer environments.
+ Swap between cold room and freezer as per shift requirements.
**Essential Skills**
+ Proficiency in forklift operation and certification.
+ Experience with inventory and material handling.
+ Knowledge of RF scanner use.
+ Comfortable working at heights.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Previous experience in cold room or freezer environments is advantageous.
+ Experience in medical device or pharmaceutical sectors is highly desirable.
+ Familiarity with reach trucks and order picking.
**Why Work Here?**
Employees enjoy extensive benefits starting on day one of permanent hire, including insurance, PTO, sick leave, and holiday allowances. The company offers frequent bonuses, annual wage increases, and a supportive work environment that values employee well-being and growth. Additionally, there is a 90-day contract-to-hire period with opportunities for advancement and career development.
**Work Environment**
The work environment consists of a cold room maintained at 44-45 degrees and a freezer at -20 degrees. Employees spend their shift alternating between these areas, with the company providing appropriate cold-weather gear to ensure comfort. A facility tour is encouraged to acquaint candidates with the working conditions and reduce turnover.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Memphis, Tennessee.
**Pay and Benefits**
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)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Memphis,TN.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 18, 2025.
**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.
Job ID: 484649403
Originally Posted on: 7/10/2025
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