Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator (Clamp Truck) | Brand-New Manufacturing Facility | Growth Opportunity

Join a New Facility from the Ground Up

Looking for more than just another forklift job? Join a state-of-the-art, 550,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility and become part of the team helping launch a major operation with long-term growth and advancement opportunities.

We're seeking experienced Forklift/Clamp Truck Operators who thrive in fast-paced environments and take pride in safety, teamwork, and efficiency. If you're looking for a stable company, modern equipment, and a clear path for career growth, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Forklift Operator, you'll play a critical role in keeping production moving by safely transporting finished products throughout the facility and preparing shipments for customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate sit-down, stand-up, and clamp forklifts safely and efficiently
• Move finished products from production lines to staging and shipping areas
• Load and unload trailers while ensuring products arrive damage-free
• Use RF scanners to track inventory and verify shipments
• Read shipping manifests and loading summaries for accurate order fulfillment
• Palletize, stage, and secure products for shipment
• Perform daily forklift inspections and report equipment concerns
• Support inventory accuracy and warehouse organization
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures
• Collaborate with production, warehouse, and leadership teams to meet daily goals

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications:

✅ 2+ years of forklift experience (sit-down and stand-up)

✅ 2+ years in manufacturing, production, warehouse, or industrial environments

✅ Experience using RF scanners and inventory systems

✅ Ability to pass a forklift skills assessment

✅ Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. as needed

✅ Strong attendance, reliability, and safety mindset

✅ Willingness to work overtime and extended shifts when required

Preferred Experience:

• Clamp truck experience
• Corrugated packaging or paper manufacturing experience
• Reach truck operation
• High-volume production or distribution environments

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Career Growth

Be part of the founding team at a rapidly expanding operation with significant opportunities for promotion as the facility continues to grow.

Modern Facility

Work in a newly built, cutting-edge manufacturing plant featuring advanced equipment and technology.

Excellent Benefits Upon Hire

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Paid Vacation
• Company-provided PPE
• Team events and employee appreciation lunches
• On-site café with coffee, snacks, fresh fruit, and beverages

Long-Term Stability

This facility represents a major long-term investment with plans for continued expansion for years to come.

Shift Information

Current Opening: 3rd Shift

10:00 PM - 6:30 AM

Overtime is expected, including:

• 10-hour shifts
• 12-hour shifts
• Approximately 50-hour workweeks during ramp-up periods

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elgin, IL.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Elgin,IL.

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.