Hiring Forklift Operator With Pay Up To $20/hr In New Lenox, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Hiring Forklift Operator With Pay Up To $20/hour In New Lenox, IL

Tyler Union | 1st Shift | Excellent Growth Opportunity

Looking for a stable warehouse position with competitive pay, overtime opportunities, monthly bonuses, and a clear path for advancement? Tyler Union is seeking dependable, hardworking Forklift Operators / Order Pickers to join our team. If you have forklift experience and enjoy working in a fast-paced warehouse environment, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities :

• Operate a sit-down propane quad forklift safely and efficiently.
• Pick customer orders and accurately stack products onto pallets.
• Retrieve inventory from elevated storage locations.
• Use RF scanners to process and track orders.
• Wrap and secure completed pallets for shipment.
• Stage orders for outbound shipments.
• Load trucks with completed customer orders.
• Change propane tanks as needed.
• Handle steel pipe fittings and warehouse materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Meet productivity, quality, and attendance expectations.

Requirements :

• Minimum 1 year of sit-down propane forklift experience.
• Minimum 1 year of warehouse order picking experience.
• Experience using RF scanners.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly throughout the shift.
• Comfortable working with inventory stored at higher rack locations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work overtime when needed.

Pay & Shift :Pay

• Starting Pay: $18.00/hour
• After 30 Days: $19.00/hour (based on attendance and performance)
• After 60 Days: $20.00/hour (based on attendance and performance)
• Monthly Performance Bonus: Up to 10% of monthly earnings
• Bonus potential can add approximately $1.80/hour to your overall earnings

• 1st Shift: Monday-Friday
• 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Must be available to stay until 5:00 PM when needed
• Saturday overtime available during busy seasons
• Additional overtime opportunities available as early as 5:00 AM

Why Join Tyler Union?

• Fast-track pay increases within your first 60 days
• Monthly bonus opportunities
• Consistent overtime availability
• Small team environment with strong leadership support
• Opportunity for career growth and advancement
• Proven track record of employees increasing their pay while on contract
• Leadership team that values hard work and promotes from within

Work Environment :

• Large warehouse facility storing steel pipe fittings
• Team of approximately six employees, including forklift operators, a lead, and a supervisor
• Non-climate-controlled environment
• Warehouse temperatures vary with the seasons
• Physical role requiring regular lifting, movement, and warehouse activity

Apply Today!

If you're a reliable forklift operator with warehouse experience, strong attendance, and a desire to grow your career, this is the opportunity you've been looking for.

• Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately for priority consideration.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New Lenox,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 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.

Company Description

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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 in solving 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.