Hiring Fork Lift Operators

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Fork Lift Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the professional and accident-free operation of forklifts, ensuring the precise maintenance and cleanliness of the equipment, and accurately tracking inventory using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).

Responsibilities

• Professional accident-free operation of the forklift and precise keeping of forklift inspections.

• Systematic maintenance and cleaning of the forklift.

• Continuous tracking of the location of goods during material handling using WMS.

• Perform any other manual job at the direction of the warehouse supervisor or team lead, such as sampling inventory and cleaning.

• Keep the warehouse clean and tidy.

• Ensure proper loading and unloading of transport vehicles with quality packages during the seed delivery and return season.

• Maintain safety standards and follow emergency procedures when necessary.

Essential Skills

• Ability to count accurately when moving inventory.

• Ability to read scales.

• Ability to multi-task and be detail-oriented.

• Being alert and aware when driving the forklift in a safe manner.

• Ability to communicate and work independently or with a team.

• Ability to work in tighter confined spaces with a forklift.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 1 year of forklift experience.

• 1 year of warehouse experience.

• Prior forklift certification is preferred.

• Reliable transportation to the site and punctuality.

• Enthusiasm, a good attitude, honesty, and a willingness to treat all with respect.

Why Work Here?

This is an opportunity for long-term employment with one of the biggest agricultural companies in the US. We offer a supportive work environment where safety and respect are paramount.

Work Environment

The work environment involves 12-hour shifts from 6:00am to 6:30pm and 6:00pm to 6:30am, with an 8-week rotation between day and night shifts. You will operate forklifts to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials in the warehouse area while following regulatory requirements and using technology such as PCs and scanners to complete job tasks.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00

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 Woodhull,IL.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 22, 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.