Job Title: Warehouse Worker Job Description
This role supports a busy steel manufacturing and fabrication facility by performing general warehouse duties, material handling, and assisting with production operations. You will work in a hands-on environment moving materials, supporting machine operators, and helping to keep the warehouse organized, safe, and efficient. Candidates with sit-down forklift or fabrication machine operating experience are encouraged to apply, and on-the-job training is available.
Responsibilities
Handle and move materials safely throughout the warehouse and production areas using appropriate equipment and methods.
Support daily warehouse operations, including loading, unloading, staging, and organizing steel and other materials.
Assist with operating or supporting fabrication equipment such as lasers and cut-to-length (CTL) lines under guidance from experienced operators.
Work as a general warehouse helper in various areas, including CTL, sheet bay, and other production support zones as assigned.
Follow work orders, instructions, and production schedules to ensure materials are available where and when needed.
Use or learn to use sit-down forklifts to move materials and products once trained and authorized.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area by following housekeeping practices and removing debris and obstructions.
Inspect materials for obvious defects or damage and report issues to supervisors or leads.
Collaborate with team members and communicate clearly to coordinate material flow and prioritize tasks.
Adhere to all safety procedures and guidelines in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing facility, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
Support multiple shifts and work areas as needed to meet production and warehouse demands.
Demonstrate reliability by consistently working scheduled shifts and being prepared for physically active, industrial work.
Essential Skills
At least 1 year of warehouse experience.
Experience with general material handling in an industrial or warehouse environment.
Ability to work safely in a steel manufacturing, fabrication, or metal fabrication shop environment.
Capability to perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting, carrying, and standing for extended periods.
Basic familiarity with warehouse operations, including organizing, staging, and moving materials.
Willingness to follow safety procedures and guidelines in a non-climate-controlled facility.
Ability to work assigned shifts, including first and second shifts, Monday through Friday or Monday through Thursday depending on role.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Any sit-down forklift experience is a strong plus and will support faster training and advancement.
Prior experience in a metal fabrication shop or steel manufacturing environment.
Exposure to machine operating, such as laser operators or fabrication equipment, is beneficial.
Experience as a general warehouse helper in CTL (cut-to-length) or sheet bay operations.
Comfort working with industrial equipment and around heavy materials.
Flexibility to work different shifts, including 1st shift (approximately 5:30am - 2:00pm) and 2nd shift (approximately 1:30pm - 10:00pm or 3:00pm - 11:30pm), as needed.
Strong teamwork, communication, and reliability in a smaller team environment.
Why Work Here?
You will join a smaller, close-knit team that values flexibility, training, and growth. The facility offers an environment where you can learn new skills such as forklift operation and fabrication machine support, with supervisors willing to invest in your development. You will benefit from steady hours, clear shift structures, and the opportunity to build a long-term career in steel manufacturing and warehouse operations.
Work Environment
The position is based in a non-climate-controlled steel manufacturing and fabrication facility with active warehouse and production areas. You will work around heavy materials, fabrication machinery, and forklifts in a fast-paced industrial setting. Multiple locations and shifts are available, including roles at a Kansas City, KS facility with first shift (approximately 5:30am - 2:00pm, Monday-Friday) and second shift (approximately 1:30pm - 10:00pm, Monday-Friday), as well as a Kansas City, MO facility with CTL helper/general warehouse shifts (approximately 11:30am - 9:00pm, Monday-Thursday, 4x10s) and sheet bay helper/general warehouse shifts (approximately 6:00am - 2:30pm, Monday-Friday and 3:00pm - 11:30pm). The environment requires appropriate industrial work attire and personal protective equipment suitable for a metal fabrication shop, with an emphasis on safety and teamwork.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, KS.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 Kansas City,KS.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.
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.
