Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator Job Description Join a family-owned metal recycling company where you will operate forklifts and equipment both inside and outside, with enclosed and heated cabs for comfort. You will be responsible for unloading trucks, assisting visitors with material placement, and preparing items for transport using a compactor. Responsibilities Unload trucks as they arrive at the facility. Assist visitors with directions for material placement. Move materials from drop-off locations to designated shelving using a forklift. Prepare materials for transport using a compactor. Interact with customers in the yard, ensuring smooth operations. Essential Skills 1+ year experience in forklift or equipment operation, with 80% of duties involving forklift use. Strong communication skills for customer interaction. Ability to lift 30lbs solo and team lift up to 50lbs. Solid work history with two jobs over five years. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in equipment operation. Previous experience in outdoor or yard work. Why Work Here? Experience significant upward mobility through internal promotions, ensuring career growth within the company. Work Environment Work in a dynamic metal recycling facility, primarily outdoors with various outbuildings for material handling. Enjoy enclosed, heated cabs while operating equipment. Core working hours are from 7am to 3:30pm, with yard availability from 5am to 5pm providing flexibility. Optional overtime is available, and the company supports early departures for personal functions, provided there is clear communication. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Green Bay, Wisconsin. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40000.00 - $46000.00/yr. direct benefits, vision, vacation off the bat, 401k Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Green Bay,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 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.