Job Information
Aerotek Forklift Operator in Des Moines, Iowa
Job Title: Forklift Operator
Job Description
Operate a sit-down forklift to push, pull, lift, stack, and move products. Utilize an RF Scanner for inventory management, and load and unload trailers as part of inbound receiving tasks.
Responsibilities
Operate sit-down forklift
Push, pull, lift, stack, and move products
Utilize RF Scanner for inventory management
Load and unload trailers
Perform inbound receiving duties
Essential Skills
Experience with forklifts
Inventory management
Material handling
RF Scanner proficiency
Experience with pallet jacks
Shipping and receiving
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Ability to lift up to 75lbs on occasion
Maintain a clean and orderly warehouse space
High school diploma or equivalent
Why Work Here?
This national company believes in promoting internally. If you are open to relocation, there are endless advancement opportunities available. Locally, there are numerous opportunities to advance into lead roles or transfer to other locations for promotions. The facility is well organized and maintained, offering a supportive environment for growth.
Work Environment
1st shift: 7:00am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday (overtime as needed). The warehouse is clean and orderly, though it is an older building. New LED lighting is being installed this year, and remodeling of the breakroom and common areas has begun. The environment is comfortable in both winter and summer. Safety is the top priority when transferring products, as the facility stores agricultural products that require extreme care. The team consists of 4-6 forklift operators, 2 management staff, and 2 office personnel.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, Iowa.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.50 - $20.50/hr.
• 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 Des Moines,IA.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Dec 10, 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.
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