Forklift Operator

The Forklift Operator safely operates forklifts and supports a variety of warehouse and light assembly activities to ensure efficient material flow, accurate order fulfillment, and a clean, organized work area. This role combines material handling, basic electrical assembly, and general warehouse support in a small, collaborative production environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift to move, stage, and organize materials throughout the warehouse in a safe and efficient manner.
• Load and unload materials from trucks and staging areas while following proper material handling procedures.
• Support general warehouse operations, including kitting and preparing orders according to specifications.
• Palletize finished products securely and accurately for storage or shipment.
• Assist with shipping and receiving activities, including staging, packing, and preparing products for outbound shipments.
• Perform light assembly and production work as needed to support daily workflow.
• Cut and prepare cables to specified lengths and get them ready for packaging according to work instructions.
• Perform basic electrical assembly tasks with attention to accuracy and quality.
• Use hand tools and tape measures to complete assembly tasks and verify measurements.
• Pick, pack, and prepare materials and components for kitting and production.
• Support warehouse inventory activities by organizing, staging, and handling materials correctly.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in all assigned areas.
• Collaborate with team members across departments, including shipping, receiving, quelling, and electrical assembly, and remain flexible to assist where needed.

• At least 1 year of forklift operating experience in a warehouse or similar environment.
• Proficiency operating a sit-down forklift safely and efficiently.
• Experience with material handling, including loading, unloading, staging, and moving materials.
• Ability to use hand tools safely and effectively for light assembly work.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately for cutting and assembly tasks.
• Basic math skills to verify measurements and quantities.
• Experience working in a warehouse environment with responsibilities such as picking, packing, and kitting.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and complete tasks with attention to detail.
• Willingness to support shipping and receiving activities as needed.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area and follow safety procedures.

• Assembly experience, including basic electrical assembly, is a plus.
• Experience with pallet jacks and other common warehouse equipment is beneficial.
• Familiarity with warehouse inventory practices is helpful.
• Flexibility to work across multiple departments, including shipping, receiving, quelling, and electrical assembly.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills in a small production environment.
• Reliability and a strong work ethic, including openness to occasional additional work hours when available.

You will join a company that combines a global outlook with a strong local presence, using an agile and cost-efficient supply chain to deliver high-quality products and services at competitive price levels. The organization focuses on emerging markets and new opportunities, continuously developing its offerings and maintaining a leading position in lighting products and solutions for wind turbines. The culture emphasizes passion, consistent effort, and a strong focus on customer needs, with values that are reflected in daily actions and behavior. Employees are viewed as the most important asset, and the company is committed to attracting and developing talent, ensuring that dedicated team members can grow while contributing meaningful value to customers.

Work Environment

This role is based in a small warehouse environment divided into departments such as shipping and receiving, quelling, and electrical assembly, with a close-knit production team of approximately eight people. You will work primarily on first shift, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with occasional optional Saturday hours available for those who want additional work time. The position requires flexibility to move between departments as needed and to collaborate closely with other team members in a hands-on, production-focused setting. The facility emphasizes safety, organization, and cleanliness, and you will use typical warehouse equipment such as sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand tools as part of your daily work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of DES MOINES, IA.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $22.00/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:
• 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 DES MOINES,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 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.