Immediate Hiring-Warehouse Associate With Pay-$21.42/hr In Elgin, IL!!

Job Description

Job Description

???? NOW HIRING: Material Handler / Warehouse AssociateJoin Flender - One of the Safest & Most Employee-Focused Manufacturing Facilities in the Industry!

???? Shift Openings Available:

• ???? 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
• ???? 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM

???? Why Candidates Love Working at Flender

✅ Average employee tenure of 10-15 years

✅ Extremely low turnover with only 3-4 employees leaving in the past decade

✅ Paid Breaks! Enjoy two paid 20-minute breaks every shift that are NOT deducted from your hours

✅ Clean, climate-controlled, modern facility

✅ Team-oriented culture that values effort and supports employee success

✅ One of the safest facilities nationwide with an outstanding safety record

✅ Stable company with long-term career opportunities

???? What You'll Be Doing

As a Material Handler / Shipping & Receiving Associate , you'll play a vital role in keeping operations running smoothly by supporting logistics, warehouse, assembly, and shipping functions.

Your Responsibilities Include:

???? Preparing products by skid, crate, or box for shipment

???? Processing routine and standard shipping paperwork

???? Maintaining a clean and safe work environment through proper storage and disposal of materials

???? Supporting assembly teams through:

• Repackaging
• Kitting
• Material staging

???? Safely removing and disposing of:

• Wood
• Plastic
• Metal
• Other packaging materials

???? Using SAP to:

• Update storage bin information
• Locate and identify materials

???? Completing routine inspections of material handling equipment

???? Packing products for shipment

???? Receiving, unloading, loading, and staging incoming materials

???? Visually inspecting incoming parts and moving them to receiving areas

???? Moving materials in and out of assembly work areas using forklifts and cranes

???? Forklift & Equipment Operation

This is a versatile warehouse position , not a full-time forklift role.

You'll Operate:

✅ Turret Truck Forklift (Very Narrow Aisle)

✅ Sit-Down Forklift

Important:

• You must be comfortable working at heights
• Turret truck operators are lifted into the air while picking orders
• Candidates cannot have a fear of heights
• Forklift operation typically makes up 10-20% of the workday after training and certification

Additional Equipment Responsibilities:

✔ Transport picked orders from racks to shipping

✔ Load and unload trucks daily

✔ Move scrap bins to designated unloading areas and dispose of materials properly

✔ Assist with incoming and outgoing shipments

???? Shipping & Receiving OperationsDaily Logistics Activity

???? Receive approximately 3-4 inbound trucks per day

???? Load approximately 2 outbound trucks per day

Responsibilities Include:

• Unloading trucks according to established procedures
• Loading outgoing customer shipments
• Staging received materials
• Supporting inventory accuracy and warehouse flow

✅ Required QualificationsWe're Looking For Candidates Who Have:

✔ Previous sit-down or stand-up forklift experience

✔ Comfortable working at heights

✔ Willingness to perform a variety of warehouse duties beyond forklift operation

✔ Ability to work in an environment where there may be odors from paint and oil

✔ Strong safety mindset

✔ Ability to wear required PPE including:

• Steel-toe shoes
• Safety glasses

⭐ Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Shipping & Receiving experience
• Turret Truck Forklift experience
• Inventory management experience
• Bill of Lading (BOL) experience
• Experience handling shipping paperwork and inventory documents

???? Work Environment

Flender offers a professional, organized, and employee-friendly workplace.

What You Can Expect:

✨ Modern facility

✨ Climate-controlled environment

✨ Bright, clean, and well-lit workspace

✨ Strong 5S culture:

• Sort
• Set In Order
• Shine
• Standardize
• Sustain

✨ Spacious work areas with organized department layouts

Departments Include:

• New Production
• Wind Service (Disassembly)
• Industrial Operations (Repairs & New Builds)
• Logistics (Shipping & Receiving)

Uniform Information:

???? Flender shirt provided

???? Employees should wear durable pants or jeans they do not mind getting dirty

???? Steel-toe shoes required

???? Safety glasses required

???? Industry-Leading Safety Culture

Flender takes safety seriously.

✅ Recognized as one of the safest Flender and Siemens facilities nationwide

✅ Over 5 years without a lost-time injury

✅ Nearly 2 years with zero recordable injuries

✅ Continuous focus on employee safety and well-being

Safety is not just a priority here...it's part of the company culture.

???? Team Culture & Leadership

At Flender, you're more than just a number.

What Makes This Team Different?

✅ Supportive and team-oriented environment

✅ Employees are set up for success from Day One

✅ Management values effort, attitude, and commitment

✅ Understanding and flexible leadership

✅ Direct communication and honest feedback

Leadership Style

Irene, the Logistics Manager, is known for being:

• Straightforward
• Supportive
• Clear with expectations
• Focused on helping employees succeed

???? Why Apply?

✔ Stable long-term opportunity

✔ Clean and modern workplace

✔ Paid breaks every shift

✔ Variety in your day with warehouse, shipping, receiving, and equipment operation

✔ Strong safety culture

✔ Supportive leadership team

✔ Opportunity to build a long-term career with a company where employees stay for years

???? Apply Today and Become Part of a Team That Prioritizes Safety, Stability, Growth, and Employee Success! ????

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.42 - $21.42/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Elgin,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 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.

\nCompany 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.