Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

Operate sit-down forklift to push, pull, lift, stack, and move products. Utilize RF Scanner, load and unload trailers, and assist with inbound receiving.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklift

• Push, pull, lift, stack, and move products

• Utilize RF Scanner

• Load and unload trailers

• Assist with inbound receiving

• Maintain a clean and orderly warehouse space

Essential Skills

• Experience with forklift operation

• Knowledge of inventory management

• Experience with RF Scanner

• Skill in material handling

• Ability to operate pallet jack

• Experience with shipping and receiving

• Ability to lift up to 75lbs on occasion

• High school diploma or equivalent

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• General labor experience

• Packing and shipping skills

Why Work Here?

We believe in promoting internally and offer endless advancement opportunities for those open to relocation. Locally, there are plenty of opportunities to advance into leadership roles or transfer to other locations for promotions. Our facility is well-organized and maintained to ensure a safe working environment.

Work Environment

1st shift: 7:00am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday (overtime as needed). The warehouse is very clean and orderly, though it is an older building. New LED lighting is being installed, and remodeling of breakroom and common areas is underway. The facility stores agricultural products, requiring extreme care during transfers. Safety is the top priority. The team consists of 4-6 forklift operators, 2 management personnel, and 2 office staff.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, Iowa.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.50 - $20.50

• 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 Des Moines,IA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 20, 2024.

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.