Material Handler Forklift
Aerotek - Iowa City, IA
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Now Hiring: Material Handlers / Forklift Operators We're looking for reliable, safety-focused team players to support warehouse operations. If you enjoy operating forklifts, working in a clean environment, and keeping materials moving smoothly, this role is a great fit. What You'll Do Safely operate a sit-down forklift Use RF scan guns to track and move product Load and unload trailers in the warehouse Assist machine operators with materials when needed Use internal shipping systems for inventory and order flow Inspect inbound and outbound product for accuracy and quality Support workflow as a warehouse team lead (no direct management) What You Bring High school diploma or GED 6+ months manufacturing or production experience 1+ year of forklift experience (sit-down preferred) Experience with shipping/receiving, warehouse tasks, or material handling Comfortable using RF scanners and general warehouse tools Why You'll Love Working Here 401k + health, dental & vision insurance Paid holidays Company outings & strong team culture Climate-controlled, clean work environment Growth opportunities within the warehouse Work Environment Very clean, temperature-controlled warehouse Follows GMP standards (safety equipment provided) Required dress code: Steel-toed boots Long pants (jeans or khakis) T-shirt Provided PPE: ear plugs, hair nets, safety gear Ready to Apply? Apply fast in one of two easy ways: Text "forklift" to 319 252 2304 Or send your resume / brief message with your experience 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 Mar 7, 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 meet 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.
Created: 2026-03-04