Fork Lift Operator

Job Title: Forklift Driver Reports To: Production Specialist Pay Rate: $19-22/hour Location: Woodhull, IL About Us Join us in helping farmers feed the world while protecting the planet. Work with great people in a safe, fast-paced environment that values teamwork and innovation. Job Overview We are seeking a skilled Forklift Driver to support warehouse operations by safely and efficiently handling materials. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment. Work Schedule + Rotating shifts: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts + Shift possibilities: Sundayu2013Thursday + Saturdayu2013Friday + Shift differential: Offered for 2nd and 3rd shifts Essential Duties & Responsibilities + Operate forklift professionally and accident-free; complete regular inspections. + Perform systematic maintenance and cleaning of the forklift. + Track goods accurately using the Warehouse Management System (WMS); ensure proper data entry. + Assist with manual tasks as directed (sampling, inventory, cleaning). + Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment. + During seed delivery and return season, load and unload transport vehicles with precision to meet quality standards. + Follow all safety protocols and initiate emergency procedures when necessary. + Operate forklift to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products and materials in warehouse areas. + Use technology tools such as PCs and scanners to complete tasks. Preferred Experience + Minimum 1 year of forklift operation experience. + At least 1 year of warehouse experience. + Prior forklift certification preferred. Skills + Accurate counting and inventory handling. + Ability to read scales and work with computers. + Strong multitasking and attention to detail. + Alertness and awareness when operating equipment. + Effective verbal and written communication in English. + Ability to work independently or as part of a team. + Comfortable operating forklifts in confined spaces. Qualifications + Pass pre-employment screenings. + Reliable transportation to the work site. + Maintain enthusiasm, honesty, and respect for others. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Woodhull, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Woodhull,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 16, 2025. 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 u2013 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 companiesu2019 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: 2025-12-04