Forklift Operator - Weekly Pay

Aerotek • Adel, IA • 1w ago

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

The Forklift Operator plays a critical role in warehouse and logistics operations by ensuring the safe and efficient movement of goods and materials. This position is responsible for loading and unloading shipments, maintaining accurate inventory of finished products, and guiding freight vehicles to designated areas. A strong focus on safety and prior forklift experience are essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment to move, load, and unload goods.

Direct freight vehicles to appropriate loading/unloading zones.

Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure proper storage of materials.

Perform routine equipment checks and report maintenance needs.

Collaborate with logistics and warehouse teams to support daily operations.

Follow all safety protocols and company procedures.

Essential Skills

Minimum 1 year of forklift operating experience required.

Valid forklift certification.

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Ability to lift heavy items and work in a fast-paced environment.

Good communication and teamwork skills.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, vision, and dental coverage. Participate in frequent cookouts and quarterly employee appreciation events. Employees who qualify may receive home makeovers. Contractors hired on receive the same benefits as internal employees who have been working for 18 weeks.

Work Environment

This is a fully on-site position in Adel, Iowa, with shifts from 8am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. The work schedule is currently 32-40 hours a week, preparing for a busy season with potential 50-hour work weeks and two Saturdays a month. The warehouse is not temperature controlled, so it can get hot. You will work in a small team of 10-15 individuals. The dress code includes steel-toed shoes or boots, shorts or jeans, and a work-appropriate shirt or tank top.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Adel, Iowa

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $19.50/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 Adel,Iowa.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 6, 2025.

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.

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