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Job Title: Forklift Operator - $17

Job Description

Join our dynamic team where you'll manage container and racking systems. You'll work in a facility handling containers and racks that previously housed essential parts. The East Moline location focuses exclusively on racks, while the Davenport location manages a combination of racks and totes. Your role will involve ensuring containers are cleaned and processed efficiently.

Responsibilities

+ Operate a forklift for most of the day, including loading and unloading trucks, and ensuring correct containers are shipped by reading and verifying paperwork.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in operating forklifts and passing a forklift test, which includes maneuvering through cones and handling pallets.

+ Experience with inventory management and using RF scanners.

+ Minimum of 6 months recent experience in labor or forklift operations.

+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work 10 hours of overtime, including Saturdays.

Why Work Here?

Become part of a dedicated team where your efforts in managing container systems are valued. We offer a supportive work environment where your skills are appreciated, and there's room for growth within the company.

Work Environment

The role involves working in a warehouse setting with a focus on container and rack management. Expect to be on your feet for the entire shift, handling equipment and engaging in physical activities like bending and lifting. The work schedule includes overtime and Saturdays, providing opportunities for those seeking additional hours.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of East Moline, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $17.00/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 East Moline,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 17, 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.