Forklift Operator

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

The General Production Worker will operate a forklift intermittently throughout the day, transport bags of colorant to the mixer, perform dig outs, and adjust straps on colorant bags.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move colorant bags.

• Transport colorant bags to the mixer.

• Perform dig outs as required.

• Adjust straps on colorant bags.

Essential Skills

• General production experience.

• General labor skills.

• Forklift operation experience is a plus but not required.

• 6+ months of manufacturing experience preferred.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Experience in machine operation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in cleanroom and production environments.

• Machine operating skills.

• Preferred candidates should have demonstrated good tenure at previous jobs, ideally at least 2 years with a company.

Work Environment

The position is based in a warehouse/manufacturing facility that can be considered a 'dirty' environment due to the presence of colored powder used in production. This powder does not stain, smell, or contain harmful ingredients, and employees can shower after their shift. Employees will start in building #1, the 'dirty' building. During busy seasons, work hours may extend to 10-12 hours per day, with shifts between 5 AM to 5 PM. Breaks include one paid 15-minute break, a 30-minute unpaid lunch break, and an additional 15-minute break if working 10 hours. Personal protective equipment such as steel toe boots, hard hats, safety goggles, ear plugs, masks, and uniforms are provided, including colorbiotics shirts for the first few days.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Ames,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 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.