Forklift Operator
Aerotek, Iowa City, IA, United States
Material Handler / Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate
We are hiring an experienced Material Handler / Forklift Operator to support daily warehouse and shipping operations. This role is ideal for candidates with forklift, warehouse, shipping & receiving, or production experience who want stable work in a clean, climate-controlled facility.
Job Responsibilities
Operate a sit-down forklift to move materials safely throughout the warehouse
Use RF scan guns to scan, track, and document product movement
Load and unload trailers and stage product for shipping
Assist production or packaging teams with material supply as needed
Use internal shipping and inventory systems
Inspect inbound and outbound product for accuracy and quality
Support warehouse organization, labeling, and material flow
Act as a warehouse lead on the floor, helping guide teammates (no direct management responsibilities)
Follow safety rules, GMP guidelines, and standard operating procedures
Required Experience
High school diploma or GED
1+ year of forklift experience (sit-down preferred)
6+ months of warehouse, manufacturing, or production experience
Experience with material handling, shipping, or receiving
Comfortable working with RF scanners and warehouse systems
Work Environment
Clean, temperature-controlled warehouse
GMP-regulated environment
Dress Code: Steel-toe boots, long pants (jeans or khakis), T-shirt
PPE provided (ear protection, hair nets, etc.)
Team-oriented, safety-first operation
Schedule
1st Shift: 6:00 AM
2:00 PM
2nd Shift: 2:00 PM
10:00 PM
Training provided on 1st shift
Why This Role
Competitive starting pay (around $19/hr)
401(k), health, dental, and vision benefits
Paid holidays and company outings
Climate-controlled facility
Room for advancement and long-term growth
Stable warehouse operation with consistent demand
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Iowa City, IA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $19.50/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 Iowa City, IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 10, 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 meet 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.
We are hiring an experienced Material Handler / Forklift Operator to support daily warehouse and shipping operations. This role is ideal for candidates with forklift, warehouse, shipping & receiving, or production experience who want stable work in a clean, climate-controlled facility.
Job Responsibilities
Operate a sit-down forklift to move materials safely throughout the warehouse
Use RF scan guns to scan, track, and document product movement
Load and unload trailers and stage product for shipping
Assist production or packaging teams with material supply as needed
Use internal shipping and inventory systems
Inspect inbound and outbound product for accuracy and quality
Support warehouse organization, labeling, and material flow
Act as a warehouse lead on the floor, helping guide teammates (no direct management responsibilities)
Follow safety rules, GMP guidelines, and standard operating procedures
Required Experience
High school diploma or GED
1+ year of forklift experience (sit-down preferred)
6+ months of warehouse, manufacturing, or production experience
Experience with material handling, shipping, or receiving
Comfortable working with RF scanners and warehouse systems
Work Environment
Clean, temperature-controlled warehouse
GMP-regulated environment
Dress Code: Steel-toe boots, long pants (jeans or khakis), T-shirt
PPE provided (ear protection, hair nets, etc.)
Team-oriented, safety-first operation
Schedule
1st Shift: 6:00 AM
2:00 PM
2nd Shift: 2:00 PM
10:00 PM
Training provided on 1st shift
Why This Role
Competitive starting pay (around $19/hr)
401(k), health, dental, and vision benefits
Paid holidays and company outings
Climate-controlled facility
Room for advancement and long-term growth
Stable warehouse operation with consistent demand
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Iowa City, IA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $19.50/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 Iowa City, IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 10, 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 meet 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.