Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator – $20+/hr + Growth

Looking for a forklift job with steady hours and long-term opportunities? We're hiring Forklift Operators to support warehouse, production, and material handling operations in a fast-paced environment. This is a great fit for candidates with forklift, warehouse, manufacturing, or shipping/receiving experience.

What You'll Be Doing

• Operate forklifts to move materials throughout the facility

• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and storage areas

• Transport materials to production and warehouse locations

• Use scanners, computers, or inventory systems to track materials

• Assist with shipping, receiving, inventory, and material handling

• Support general production and warehouse operations as needed

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area

What We're Looking For

• 1+ year of forklift experience

• Experience operating a sit-down forklift

• Warehouse, manufacturing, or material handling experience

• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment

• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Experience That's a Plus

• Shipping and receiving experience

• RF scanner or inventory system experience

• Material handling experience

• Production or warehouse experience

• Forklift certification

Why Apply

• $20+/hr starting pay

• Overtime opportunities available

• Long-term career opportunities

• Opportunity to learn production and warehouse operations

• Team-oriented work environment

• Stable, full-time work

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Durant, IA.

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 Durant,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 16, 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.