Forklift Operator/material Handler

  • Aerotek Expired
  • Corvallis, Oregon
  • Full Time

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Job Description


Forklift Operator and Material Handler**

**Job Description**

We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator and Material Handler to efficiently move materials throughout our facility. This role requires handling odd-shaped loads and operating a forklift to lift beams up to 50 feet in length.

**Responsibilities**

+ Operate a forklift to transport materials, including I-beams and piping, throughout the facility.

+ Manage the movement of non-traditional materials, ensuring safety and precision.

+ Understand load points and maintain the center of balance while handling materials.

+ Work in an industrial metal shop environment, often exposed to weather elements during loading and unloading processes.

**Essential Skills**

+ Proficient in operating industrial forklifts.

+ Experience with metal fabrication and material handling.

+ Ability to handle inventory and picking tasks.

+ Understanding of load points and center of balance.

**Additional Skills & Qualifications**

+ Prior experience in a metal shop environment.

+ Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.

**Work Environment**

This position involves working in an industrial metal shop where employees are often exposed to the elements while loading and unloading materials. Appropriate safety gear and attire are required.

**Why Work Here?**

Join a dynamic team where your skills in material handling will be valued. Enjoy a supportive work environment that offers opportunities for growth and advancement.

**Job Type & Location**

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Corvallis, Oregon.

**Pay and Benefits**

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Corvallis,OR.

**Application Deadline**

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 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.
Forklift Operator and Material Handler**

**Job Description**

We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator and Material Handler to efficiently move materials throughout our facility. This role requires handling odd-shaped loads and operating a forklift to lift beams up to 50 feet in length.

**Responsibilities**

+ Operate a forklift to transport materials, including I-beams and piping, throughout the facility.

+ Manage the movement of non-traditional materials, ensuring safety and precision.

+ Understand load points and maintain the center of balance while handling materials.

+ Work in an industrial metal shop environment, often exposed to weather elements during loading and unloading processes.

**Essential Skills**

+ Proficient in operating industrial forklifts.

+ Experience with metal fabrication and material handling.

+ Ability to handle inventory and picking tasks.

+ Understanding of load points and center of balance.

**Additional Skills & Qualifications**

+ Prior experience in a metal shop environment.

+ Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.

**Work Environment**

This position involves working in an industrial metal shop where employees are often exposed to the elements while loading and unloading materials. Appropriate safety gear and attire are required.

**Why Work Here?**

Join a dynamic team where your skills in material handling will be valued. Enjoy a supportive work environment that offers opportunities for growth and advancement.

**Job Type & Location**

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Corvallis, Oregon.

**Pay and Benefits**

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Corvallis,OR.

**Application Deadline**

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 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: 489176107
Originally Posted on: 8/13/2025

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