Material Handler Forklift

Mainstreetwashington; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is hiring Forklift Operators in Iowa City for both 1st and 3rd shifts, offering competitive pay and benefits. As a Forklift Operator, you will handle materials, load and unload trucks, and ensure the smooth operation of warehouse tasks. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have prior forklift experience. Join us to thrive in a dynamic environment with opportunities for overtime and weekly pay.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Transportation benefits

Qualifications

• 1+ years of sit down forklift experience required.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs unassisted.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation necessary.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit down forklift and other trucks for material handling.
• Load and unload trucks and trailers.
• Complete shipping and receiving paperwork.

Skills

Material Handling

Basic Math

Counting Skills

Computer Skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Hiring Forklift Operators in Iowa City

Openings on 1st Shift & 3rd Shift

Starting Pay $17-19.50 (based on experience & interview)

Overtime Available Every Week

Get Paid Every Week!

Job Responsibilities:

• Operate a sit down forklift, reach truck, or clamp truck for material handling duties

• Move and stack pallets and production throughout the warehouse

• Deliver materials to production lines

• Load and unload trucks and trailers

• Use RF scanner

• Complete shipping and receiving paperwork

• Pick and pull products to fill orders

• Packaging and labeling

• Cycle counting, rotating product

What You Need:

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

• High school diploma or GED

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs unassisted

• 1+ years of sit down forklift experience

• Experience working in a warehouse role, like order picking, packing, shipping and receiving, material handler

• Computer skills

• Basic math, counting skills

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 Jun 13, 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.