Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator / High Picker - $16 an hour

Rock Island, IL

7:00am–3:30pm

Key Responsibilities

• Sort incoming boxes and place them on the correct pick pallets for forklift operators
• Pick, pack, and prepare orders ranging from small packages to oversized machine parts
• Operate a high picker and use an RF scanner for inventory accuracy
• Load and unload semi‑trailers with completed pallets
• Support general warehouse tasks including labeling, palletizing, and material handling

Essential Skills

• Packing and packaging
• Inventory management and warehouse organization
• General labor and material handling
• RF scanning
• Order picking and palletizing
• Loading and unloading
• Assembly and shipping support

Qualifications

• 6+ months of warehouse experience
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs
• Willingness to work mandatory overtime
• High picker experience preferred (training provided)

Why Work Here

• Opportunity to earn forklift training and certification
• Strong long‑term advancement potential
• 3 weeks of PTO after your first year
• Consistent 1st shift schedule that supports work‑life balance

Work Environment

• Large, fast‑paced parts distribution center focused on accuracy and efficiency
• Inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds
• Active role requiring standing, lifting, and movement throughout the shift
• Performance measured through quality standards and productivity metrics

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rock Island, IL.

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $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 Rock Island,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 16, 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.