• Forklift Operator

    Aerotek (Cedar Falls, IA)


    Forklift Operator – Join Our Growing Team!

     

    **Location:** Cedar Falls, Iowa

     

    Shifts Available

     

    1st: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

     

    2nd: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM

     

    3rd: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM

     

    Weekend: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Friday–Monday)

    Position Overview

    We are seeking experienced Forklift Operators to join our fast-paced warehouse team. In this role, you will safely operate sit-down forklifts to move, load, and unload oversized products such as equipment tires and animal nutrients. You’ll play a key part in ensuring accurate order fulfillment and maintaining a clean, organized work environment.

    Key Responsibilities

    Operate sit-down forklifts to pick and transport parts throughout the warehouse

     

    Load and unload oversized products onto truck beds

     

    Accurately sort, label, and store products using RF scanners and labeling systems

     

    Perform lifting tasks up to 60 lbs regularly

     

    Collaborate with supervisors to resolve task-related issues

     

    Maintain a clean and organized work area

    Qualifications

    Minimum 6 months of forklift experience

     

    Basic math skills and attention to detail

     

    Ability to lift up to 65 lbs occasionally

     

    Experience with RF scanners preferred

     

    Familiarity with warehouse or production environments

     

    Why Join Us

     

    Career growth opportunities—many team members advance to lead or supervisory roles within a year

     

    Flexibility with five locations in Waterloo, allowing transfer requests

     

    Supportive environment focused on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement

     

    Work Environment

     

    Large, high-volume warehouse serving multiple industries

     

    Conditions vary by season: hot in summer, cold in winter, and dusty due to animal feed

     

    Dress code: Steel-toed boots required; jeans or khaki/tan/denim shorts acceptable. T-shirts or long sleeves permitted (no gym shorts or sweatpants)

     

    Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and join a team that values hard work, safety, and growth!

     

    Job Type & Location

     

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

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $18.00/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 Cedar Falls,IA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 2, 2026.

    About Aerotek:

    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 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.