Production Team Member — Forklift & Packaging

Aerotek; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health insurance

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid holidays/vacation

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a General Production Worker for its Rockford, IL facility. The role involves operating production equipment, bagging and palletizing product, and supporting safe, efficient plant operations in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with a small team to ensure accurate orders, documentation, and a clean, organized facility while performing physically demanding tasks throughout your shift.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months in production, machine operation, forklift operation, or construction.
• Ability to operate a sit-down forklift or willingness to learn.
• Basic math for weight measurements and counts.
• Accurate documentation for deliveries and orders.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly and work in dusty environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate bagging machines and production controls for accurate packaging.
• Move and stack bags along a conveyor system for storage or shipment.
• Seal, label, and palletize bags safely for transport.
• Operate sit-down forklift to move pallets and unload deliveries.
• Receive orders, verify quantities and complete paperwork accurately.
• Perform weight checks and inventory counting as required.
• Stage inventory for production and shipping; maintain clean areas.
• Follow safety procedures in heights, equipment use, and materials.
• Collaborate with a small team to meet production goals and overtime.

Skills

Production experience

Forklift operation

Basic math

Documentation

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Job description

Aerotek is hiring a General Production Worker for its Rockford, IL facility. The role involves operating production equipment, bagging and palletizing product, and supporting safe, efficient plant operations in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with a small team to ensure accurate orders, documentation, and a clean, organized facility while performing physically demanding tasks throughout your shift.