Material Handler Forklift
$39.52k - $43.68kAerotek
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Material Handler – Forklift Operator
1st - 6am-2:30pm DIRECT HIRE
Job Description
This role focuses on safely and efficiently handling materials in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment. You will operate sit-down forklifts and overhead cranes to deliver raw materials and finished components to machine operators, welders, assemblers, and other production areas, ensuring a smooth and continuous workflow.
Responsibilities
- Pull materials from storage locations and move them to and from workstations to support production needs.
- Primarily support the small parts welding area by delivering required materials and removing completed components.
- Assist machine operators and other fabrication departments by staging materials and finished products as needed.
- Unload incoming trucks using an overhead crane and properly stage materials in the warehouse.
- Follow work orders and production schedules to ensure each department has the materials needed to run efficiently.
- Transport finished products from the small parts area to the next step in the production process or store them in the warehouse as required.
- Operate sit-down forklifts and other material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
- Lift and move materials, boxes, and components weighing up to 50 pounds as part of daily tasks.
- Use RF scanners and related equipment to support picking, shipping, receiving, loading, and unloading activities.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area while following all safety procedures and guidelines.
Essential Skills
- Proven material handling experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency operating a sit-down forklift.
- Ability to safely operate an overhead crane.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
- Experience with packaging, lifting boxes, and packing orders in a production setting.
- in general production, manufacturing, or warehouse operations.
- Experience with shipping and receiving, including loading, unloading, and staging materials.
- Ability to operate pallet jacks and other basic material handling equipment.
- Experience using RF scanners for picking, inventory, or shipping activities.
- Capability to work effectively in a heavy industrial environment and around large equipment.
This is a Permanent position based out of Crystal Lake, IL.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $39520.00 - $43680.00/yr.
Great company benefits. Benefits include competitive pay, health, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, 401(K) with company match. They also have a HSA and FSA for employees (Benefits are attached). Double Time paid after 50 hours worked. 2021 BI-WEEKLY Wellness Participant – Non Smoker: Employee Only: $31.54 Employee + 1: $90.90 Employee + Family: $135.00 Earn and save on hundreds of Retail items through our employee recognition discount platform. Save on eligible NEW car purchases with our Affiliate Rewards Program. Save on qualifying health and wellness products and service
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Crystal Lake,IL.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.
About AerotekWe 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 meets 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 solving for 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.
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.
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.
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