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Job Title: Clamp Truck Operator

Job Description

Join a leading industry player in the manufacturing of high-performance corrugated packaging. We seek a motivated, self-driven Clamp Truck/Forklift Operator who thrives in a dynamic production environment, focused on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. This is a 3rd shift position.

Responsibilities

+ Operate a clamp truck/forklift to move rolls from various areas, including trucks and warehouses, to the corrugator for consumption.

+ Recognize, correct, or report any safety, quality, or production issues using the provided tools.

+ Work hands-on with limited supervision, following instructions to meet shipment deadlines and conduct unloading within guidelines.

+ Follow all safety procedures and intervene when observing unsafe practices.

+ Ensure high levels of quality, productivity, and attention to detail.

+ Communicate effectively with operators, superintendents, the shipping department, and customer service to ensure loads are accurate and damage-free.

+ Offload incoming loads timely and place them in the correct location.

Essential Skills

+ Minimum of 2 years of Roll Clamp Truck Forklift experience.

+ Ability to work overtime, typically 60 hours M-F, including some Saturdays.

+ Proficient in reading a measuring tape and ruler, and using basic shop math.

+ Ability to learn and follow instructions, ask questions, and work effectively as part of a team.

+ High attention to detail and dexterity in controlling equipment and preventing damage.

+ Comfortable lifting up to 60 lbs throughout the day.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Proven attendance record.

+ Strong work ethic and drive for results.

+ Ability to work independently with a team-first mindset.

+ Experience in the corrugated or converting industry is preferred but not required.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy working in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility with competitive wages and significant growth potential. Benefit from a full suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance starting after 30 days, as well as 2 weeks of vacation after conversion. Take advantage of company-sponsored events, a future internal café, and a supportive work environment that values employee growth.

Work Environment

Experience a spacious, well-ventilated, facility with modern technology and equipment. Be prepared for non-climate-controlled conditions, wearing steel toes, safety vests, glasses, ear protection, and a hard hat.

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 $20.00 - $23.00/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 Elgin,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2025.

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.