Forklift Operator

Aerotek • Iowa City, IA • 5h ago

Material Handler / Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate

We are hiring an experienced Material Handler / Forklift Operator to support daily warehouse and shipping operations. This role is ideal for candidates with forklift, warehouse, shipping & receiving, or production experience who want stable work in a clean, climate-controlled facility.

?? Job Responsibilities

Operate a sit-down forklift to move materials safely throughout the warehouse

Use RF scan guns to scan, track, and document product movement

Load and unload trailers and stage product for shipping

Assist production or packaging teams with material supply as needed

Use internal shipping and inventory systems

Inspect inbound and outbound product for accuracy and quality

Support warehouse organization, labeling, and material flow

Act as a warehouse lead on the floor , helping guide teammates (no direct management responsibilities)

Follow safety rules, GMP guidelines, and standard operating procedures

?Required Experience

High school diploma or GED

1+ year of forklift experience (sit-down preferred)

6+ months of warehouse, manufacturing, or production experience

Experience with material handling, shipping, or receiving

Comfortable working with RF scanners and warehouse systems

?Preferred Experience (Not Required)

Shipping & receiving experience

General labor or assembly experience

Loading, unloading, and inventory work

Forklift driver or warehouse associate experience

?? Work Environment

Clean, temperature-controlled warehouse

GMP-regulated environment

Dress Code:

Steel-toe boots

Long pants (jeans or khakis)

T-shirt

PPE provided (ear protection, hair nets, etc.)

Team-oriented, safety-first operation

?Schedule

1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM

2nd Shift: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Training provided on 1st shift

?? Why This Role

Competitive starting pay (around $19/hr )

401(k), health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid holidays and company outings

Climate-controlled facility

Room for advancement and long-term growth

Stable warehouse operation with consistent demand

?? Apply Now

?? Text "FORKLIFT" to 319 252 2304 to get started today!

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $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 Iowa City,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 10, 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.

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