Warehouse Worker - 2nd Shift
Job Description
This role focuses on safely and accurately handling metal materials in a open-bay warehouse environment. You will measure and cut metal, operate forklifts and other material handling equipment, pick and load orders, and support accurate inventory management. Comprehensive classroom and hands-on training is provided, including equipment certifications and recertifications.
Responsibilities
Measure and cut metal accurately using a tape measure to meet order specifications.
Select and pick orders using high reach, side loader, and sit-down forklifts after training and certification.
Sort, band, and secure metal materials once picked to prepare them for staging or shipment.
Load trucks with prepared materials and products in a safe and efficient manner.
Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, side loaders, and other material handling equipment, following all safety procedures.
Operate overhead cranes as needed to move and position heavy materials safely.
Utilize RF scanners for order picking, inventory tracking, and updating stock information.
Perform cycle counts and assist with inventory management to ensure accurate stock levels.
Maneuver metal materials throughout the warehouse, including staging, organizing, and replenishing product locations.
Lift up to 55 pounds independently, using team lifting or forklifts for heavier items.
Follow all safety protocols, procedures, and training to maintain a safe work environment.
Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the warehouse and surrounding areas, including workstations and equipment.
Participate in initial classroom training on safety, core values, and basic certifications.
Complete hands-on training focused on forklift certification and procedural duties.
Undergo recertification on forklifts and overhead cranes, regardless of prior certifications, to maintain current qualifications.
Support production and warehouse operations as needed, including general labor and machine operation related to material handling.
Essential Skills
Ability to accurately measure materials using a tape measure.
Capability to lift up to 55 pounds independently and perform frequent physical tasks in a warehouse environment.
Willingness to operate forklifts, side loaders, overhead cranes, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment after training.
Comfort using RF scanners for order picking, inventory management, and cycle counts.
Strong attention to safety procedures and ability to follow detailed safety protocols.
Ability to maintain organization and cleanliness in a busy warehouse setting.
Reliability and consistency in attendance to support shift-based warehouse operations.
Ability to work 2nd shift (2:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m., Monday through Friday) and complete required training on 1st shift for at least three weeks.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Previous experience with forklifts, including sit-down and high reach equipment, is a plus.
Prior side loader forklift experience is a plus.
Experience using RF scanners in a warehouse or production environment is a plus.
Familiarity with overhead crane operation is a plus.
Experience with production, machine operation, or metal handling (such as metal stamping) is an advantage.
Comfort working with inventory management tasks such as cycle counts and stock organization.
Willingness to complete 2-3 weeks of classroom training (safety, core values, basic certifications) and 3-4 weeks of hands-on training (forklift certification and procedural duties).
Why Work Here?
You join a company that invests heavily in training, safety, and long-term career growth, offering comprehensive benefits, performance-based incentives, and clear wage progression. You gain access to robust health and financial benefits, attendance-based bonuses, and profit sharing, along with paid holidays and scheduled raises that reward reliability and tenure.
Work Environment
You work in a clean, open-bay warehouse that emphasizes safety, organization, and teamwork. The primary opening is on 2nd shift, running from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with initial training on 1st shift for at least three weeks. Additional shifts, including a 3rd shift schedule (10:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., Sunday through Thursday, typically 52-55 hours weekly), may be available as business needs increase, and overtime can become mandatory, including potential Saturdays. The role involves regular use of forklifts (sit-down and high reach), side loaders, overhead cranes, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other standard warehouse equipment. The environment supports structured classroom training for safety and core values, followed by hands-on equipment and procedural training, including required recertifications on forklifts and overhead cranes. The dress code is typical for an industrial warehouse setting, with appropriate work attire and safety gear required to support a safe and efficient operation. Employees can expect a setting that values cleanliness, adherence to safety protocols, and consistent, reliable attendance, supported by attendance-based incentives and shift premiums once hired on full time. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage after 30 days; critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage; 401(k) with match and profit sharing; free basic life insurance and AD&D; voluntary life and AD&D options; short- and long-term disability; health spending and healthcare flexible spending accounts; transportation benefits; an employee assistance program; paid time off and leave (including vacation or sick leave); nine paid holidays; and scheduled raises at six months and one year after hire-on. Full-time employees are also eligible for a shift premium and an attendance wage incentive of an additional hourly amount, reviewed weekly based on attendance performance.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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 Cedar Rapids,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 2026.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
