Warehouse Associate

Job Title: Warehouse AssociateJob DescriptionThe warehouse associate operates overhead cranes and other material handling equipment to safely lift, move, and position structural steel products within a warehouse environment. This role ensures loads are properly secured and within lifting limits, maintains crane cleanliness and basic upkeep, tracks inventory within an assigned bay, and loads customer trucks based on order sheets. The position combines equipment operation, order picking, and general warehouse duties in a fast-paced metal distribution facility.Responsibilities

• Operate an overhead crane to lift, move, and position structural steel beams and other materials safely and efficiently.
• Verify that all loads are securely attached, properly balanced, and within the cranes lifting limits before and during movement.
• Load the beds of customer semi-trucks with structural steel based on order sheets, ensuring accuracy and completeness of each order.
• Track and maintain inventory within an assigned bay, including monitoring stock levels and organizing materials for easy access.
• Use material handling equipment such as forklifts or electric pallet jacks to move products throughout the warehouse as needed.
• Perform general warehouse tasks, including order picking, staging, and organizing materials to support daily operations.
• Keep the overhead crane and related equipment clean and well maintained by performing routine inspections and basic upkeep.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines for equipment operation, material handling, and working in a metal distribution environment.
• Use RF scanners or similar technology, when required, to assist with inventory tracking and order processing.
• Collaborate with a small team of 23 people to complete daily workloads and meet production and shipping schedules.

Essential Skills

• At least 6 months of general warehouse experience, including material handling and order picking.
• Experience operating equipment in a warehouse space, such as forklifts or electric pallet jacks.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate an overhead crane safely and effectively.
• Comfort working in a metal distribution environment with frequent truck traffic and active material handling.
• Ability to read and follow order sheets to accurately pick and load structural steel products.
• Strong attention to safety, including proper load securing and adherence to lifting limits.

Why Work Here?This opportunity offers structured on-the-job training that allows you to learn a new, in-demand skilloverhead crane operationeven if you have no prior crane experience. You receive strong benefits support, including a significant portion of your premiums covered, a 1% 401(k) match up to 4%, and a yearly 5% bonus added to your 401(k). The role provides a clear path to permanent employment in as little as 90 days, along with the stability and growth potential of working in a well-organized metal distribution environment.Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a metal distribution warehouse that is not temperature controlled; conditions inside generally match the outdoor temperature due to frequent truck traffic in and out of the facility. Despite the industrial setting, the environment is relatively clean for a metal distribution center. You will work on either a first shift (7:00 AM3:30 PM) or second shift (4:00 PM11:30 PM), alongside a small team of 23 people. The work involves regular use of overhead cranes, forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and RF scanners to move and track structural steel materials. The dress code requires safety-toed boots, jeans, and a work shirt appropriate for an industrial warehouse setting. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Omaha,NE.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.