Floor Laborer

Aerotek; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid holidays

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring for a Material Handler to support warehouse and production operations in a fast-paced manufacturing setting in Waterloo, IA. The role suits candidates with warehouse, production, forklift, shipping/receiving, or general labor experience who enjoy active, team-based work.

The position keeps materials moving to support production goals and customer demand, with full-time hours and opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse, production, or general labor roles.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Familiarity with inventory systems and RF scanning is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Move materials throughout the warehouse and production areas.
• Load and unload materials from equipment and storage locations.
• Scan products and follow instructions for accurate inventory movement.
• Support forklift operators and production teams with material flow.
• Handle totes, containers, and packaging throughout production stages.
• Prepare items for shipment or processing and maintain clean work areas.
• Operate pallet jacks and scanners as needed.
• Follow safety, quality and production procedures.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift experience

RF scanner experience

Pallet jack operation

Tools

RF scanners

Job description

Material Handler - $20+/hr

We are hiring Material Handlers to support warehouse and production operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for candidates with warehouse, production, forklift, shipping/receiving, or general labor experience who enjoy staying active and working as part of a team.

This position plays a key role in keeping materials moving efficiently throughout the facility to support production goals and customer demand.

Responsibilities

• Assist with material movement throughout the warehouse and production areas
• Load and unload materials from equipment, workstations, and storage locations
• Scan products and follow work instructions to ensure accurate inventory movement
• Support forklift operators and production teams with material flow needs
• Handle totes, containers, and product packaging throughout various stages of production
• Remove labels, sort products, stack materials, and prepare items for shipment or processing
• Operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and scanners as needed
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Follow all safety, quality, and production procedures

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, production, manufacturing, material handling, or general labor experience preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly throughout the shift
• Experience using RF scanners or other inventory systems is a plus
• Forklift experience is beneficial
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical work throughout the day
• Strong attendance, reliability, and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and support changing production demands

Preferred Experience

• Material handling experience
• Warehouse or distribution experience
• Production or manufacturing experience
• Sit-down forklift experience
• Shipping and receiving experience
• Inventory control or RF scanner experience
• Pallet jack operation

Why Apply?

• Consistent full-time hours with overtime opportunities
• Paid holidays available
• Pay increases based on performance and tenure
• Clear opportunities for advancement and internal promotion
• Clean and organized facility
• Team-oriented work environment
• Benefits and retirement opportunities available
• Stable, long-term career opportunity with a growing operation

If you're looking for a hands-on warehouse opportunity with room to grow, we'd like to hear from you.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $15.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Waterloo,IA.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.