Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Looking for a stable opportunity where your forklift skills can make an impact? Join a growing team in a modern manufacturing environment where safety, teamwork, and career growth are a priority. As a Forklift Operator, you'll play a key role in keeping production moving by ensuring materials are delivered accurately and efficiently throughout the facility.

What You'll Do

• Operate forklifts, reach trucks, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Move raw materials, finished goods, and supplies throughout the facility to support production and shipping needs.
• Load and unload trucks while ensuring materials are handled properly and securely.
• Pick, stage, and prepare orders for shipment with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Supply production lines with materials and remove finished products to keep operations running smoothly.
• Use RF scanners and SAP systems to track inventory and material movement.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory audits as needed.
• Inspect materials for damage or discrepancies and report concerns promptly.
• Follow all safety, quality, and food safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

What We're Looking For

• Previous forklift experience in a warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating reach trucks, stand-up forklifts, sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, or other powered industrial vehicles.
• Comfortable using RF scanners and inventory management systems.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Brand-new facility with modern equipment.
• Consistent 1st shift schedule.
• Opportunities for training, skill development, and career advancement.
• Safety-focused culture that values employees and teamwork.
• Stable company with long-term growth potential.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment, including varying temperatures.
• Ability to safely operate equipment in busy production and warehouse areas.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced forklift operator who enjoys staying active, working with a team, and contributing to a fast-paced manufacturing operation.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00/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 Davenport, IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 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.

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.