Warehouse Forklift Operator & Material Handler

Aerotek; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek in Mount Prospect, IL is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler/Forklift Operator for 1st and 2nd shifts. The role focuses on moving materials, supporting packaging and production, and ensuring accurate shipping and receiving.

Candidates should be able to lift up to 75 pounds, operate a sit-down forklift, handle inventory tasks, and follow safety procedures. This contract-to-hire position offers stable weekdays and opportunities to advance in warehouse operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds safely and repeatedly.
• Proficient in sit-down forklift operation in a warehouse.
• Experience with shipping and receiving and inventory handling.
• Ability to reconcile bills of lading, invoices and POs with shipments.
• Strong attention to detail and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Move materials and finished products to support packaging and production lines.
• Receive incoming equipment, supplies, raw materials, and components accurately.
• Pull components for packaging and production according to schedules.
• Transport finished products to designated storage locations.
• Organize supplies in staging areas for easy access.
• Inspect incoming materials for damage and report issues.
• Tag, sort, and store supplies to maintain orderly inventory.
• Operate a sit-down forklift safely.
• Adhere to safety regulations and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation

Shipping & Receiving

Inventory handling

Bills of lading reconciliation

Detail oriented

Safety compliance

Job description

Aerotek in Mount Prospect, IL is seeking a Warehouse Material Handler/Forklift Operator for 1st and 2nd shifts. The role focuses on moving materials, supporting packaging and production, and ensuring accurate shipping and receiving.

Candidates should be able to lift up to 75 pounds, operate a sit-down forklift, handle inventory tasks, and follow safety procedures. This contract-to-hire position offers stable weekdays and opportunities to advance in warehouse operations.