Forklift Operator

Aerotek; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Forklift Operator for a full-time role in Vernon Hills, IL. You will drive reach and stand-up forklifts, pick and stage orders using RF devices, and support shipping in a large, fast-paced warehouse.

The schedule is Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with potential overtime; onsite work, team-focused safety culture, and modern systems like MS Dynamics 365 F&O support daily operations.

Qualifications

• Bi-lingual Spanish skills are a plus but not required.
• Experience staging orders for shipping is highly beneficial.
• Comfort working in a very fast-paced, high-volume warehouse environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support cross-functional warehouse tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate reach trucks and stand-up forklifts.
• Perform accurate order picking and replenishment.
• Use RF scan guns to fulfill and stage customer orders.
• Support shipping activities while maintaining safety and productivity.

Skills

Spanish (Bilingual)

Staging orders

Fast-paced environment

Adaptability

Tools

RF scan guns

Reach trucks

Stand-up forklifts

MS Dynamics 365 F&O

Job description

Forklift Operator

Job Description

This role focuses on accurate order picking, timely replenishment, and safe material handling in a large, fast-paced warehouse environment. You will operate reach trucks and stand-up forklifts, use RF scan guns to fulfill and stage customer orders, and support shipping activities while maintaining high productivity, accuracy, and adherence to company policies and procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bi-lingual Spanish skills are a plus but not required.
• Experience staging orders for shipping is highly beneficial.
• Comfort working in a very fast-paced, high-volume warehouse environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support cross-functional warehouse tasks as needed.

Work Environment

You will work in a clean, large warehouse environment alongside over 100 colleagues on a very fast-paced shift. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with overtime that may start as early as 5:00 a.m. based on operational needs. The role relies heavily on warehouse equipment such as reach trucks, stand-up forklifts, and RF scan guns, as well as desktop applications like MS Dynamics 365 F&O and MS Office. The facility emphasizes safety, organization, and efficient material flow, creating a structured yet dynamic environment where teamwork and clear communication are essential.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Vernon Hills, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Vernon Hills, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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.