Immediate Hirring For Forklift Operator And Material Handler

Immediate Hirring For Forklift Operator and Material Handler

Job Description

As a Forklift Operator and Material Handler, you will be integral in the process of building pallets for canned dry goods that are shipped from our large distribution center. Your role involves picking, packing, and assembling pallets according to client orders, primarily for grocery stores and retailers. You will operate a stand-up forklift in a fast-paced production environment, moving from location to location within the warehouse to fulfill customized client orders while guided by a headset.

Responsibilities

• Build pallets for canned dry goods based on client orders.
• Operate a stand-up forklift efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.
• Pick and pack items as per instructions received via headset.
• Ensure accurate and timely assembly of pallets for grocery stores and retailers.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in operating a stand-up forklift.
• Experience in order picking and packing.
• General labor skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
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Why Work Here?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. Employees have the opportunity to provide two years of free trade or community secondary school for their children once permanent. The role offers the potential to transition to a first shift after becoming a full-time employee. You can earn paid time off and vacation after joining directly, and there is an opportunity for a pay raise, with potential earnings over $20/hr.

Work Environment

The work is conducted in a large, climate-controlled distribution center that is very clean and organized.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eldridge, IA.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Eldridge,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 7, 2026.

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.