Material Handler/Forklift Operator
AerotekForklift Operators Wanted - Stable Hours, Weekly Pay, Career Growth
Openings Available | Warehouse & Shipping | Forklift Experience Required
Are you an experienced forklift operator looking for a position where you'll stay active, learn new equipment, and be a key part of the operation?
We're hiring Material Handlers to support warehouse, shipping, and production operations for a growing manufa
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cturer. In this role, you'll operate forklifts, reach trucks, and other material handling equipment while ensuring production lines stay supplied and customer orders ship on time.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their day, takes pride in working independently, and wants to build a long-term career in warehouse, shipping, and logistics.
What You'll Get
Weekly Pay
Full-Time, Stable Employment
Opportunity to Operate Multiple Types of Equipment
Clean & Organized Facility
Long-Term Career Growth Opportunities
Safety-First Work Environment
Cross-Training & Skill Development
Team-Oriented Workplace
What You'll Be Doing
• Deliver materials to production lines to keep operations moving
• Transport finished goods from production to shipping
• Operate reach trucks, stand-up forklifts, and sit-down forklifts
• Load and unload trailers safely and efficiently
• Use RF scanners to track inventory and shipments
• Wrap, palletize, and stage orders for shipment
• Support shipping operations using UPS, FedEx, and warehouse systems
• Maintain accurate inventory records and material movement transactions
• Coordinate closely with production, warehouse, and shipping teams
• Follow all safety procedures and equipment guidelines
What We're Looking For
• At least 1 year of forklift experience
• Experience operating reach trucks, stand-up, or sit-down forklifts
• RF scanner experience preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs when needed
• Strong attention to detail and safety
• Basic computer skills
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse or manufacturing environment
Preferred Experience
• Material handling in manufacturing
• Shipping & receiving
• Cherry picker operation
• OSHA forklift certification
• JDE or inventory management systems
• Lean manufacturing or Kanban environments
Why Work Here?
This is more than a forklift job. You'll become a critical part of a manufacturing operation where your work directly impacts production, shipping, and customer satisfaction. Employees have opportunities to expand their skills, learn additional equipment, and grow into lead, inventory, shipping, and warehouse support positions.
If you're looking for a stable role with a company that values hard work, safety, and employee development, this is a great opportunity to take the next step in your career.
Work Environment
• Manufacturing facility producing water filtration products
• Combination of warehouse and production-floor responsibilities
• Well-lit, organized facility
• Frequent forklift and reach truck operation
• Use of RF scanners and inventory systems
• Fast-paced environment with a strong focus on safety
• Non-climate-controlled facility
Apply Today
If you have forklift experience and want a stable, long-term opportunity with room to grow, apply now. We're actively interviewing and filling positions quickly.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hanover Park, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 i