Warehouse Worker (1st Shift)

Aerotek; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek in Davenport, IA is seeking a Warehouse Picker for the 1st shift to join our distribution team. You will pick and pack items from handheld boxes to large machine parts, use RF scanners, and prepare pallets for forklift operators.

This contract-to-hire position offers an onsite work environment, a 5:00 AM–1:30 PM schedule with overtime and opportunities for advancement and benefits after conversion.

Qualifications

• 3-6 months warehouse experience.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Willingness to work mandatory overtime.
• Forklift experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Sort boxes and arrange them on the correct pick pallet for forklift operators.
• Pick and pack products of various sizes.
• Utilize RF scanners for inventory management.
• Load and unload semi-trailers with completed pallets.
• Operate lifting equipment for heavy items.

Skills

Picking & packing

RF scanners

Load/unload semi-trailers

Lifting 75 lbs

Tools

RF Scanner

Forklift training

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Picker (1st Shift) / 16.25/HR

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Warehouse Picker for the 1st shift to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for sorting boxes and arranging them on the correct pick pallet for forklift operators. You will engage in picking and packing products ranging from handheld boxes to thousand-pound machine parts, utilizing lifting equipment. Additionally, you will use an RF scanner and manage the loading and unloading of semi-trailers with completed pallets.

Responsibilities

• Sort boxes and arrange them on the correct pick pallet for forklift operators.
• Pick and pack products of various sizes, from handheld boxes to large machine parts.
• Utilize RF scanners for inventory management.
• Load and unload semi-trailers with completed pallets.
• Operate lifting equipment for heavy items.

Essential Skills

• Experience in picking and packing products.
• Proficiency in using RF scanners.
• Ability to load and unload semi-trailers.
• Skill in operating lifting equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 3-6 months of warehouse experience.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Willingness to work mandatory overtime.
• Forklift experience is preferred but not required.

Why Work Here?

This position offers forklift training and certification, great long-term advancement opportunities, and 3 weeks of PTO after 1 year.

Work Environment

The work environment is a large parts distribution center located in Davenport, Iowa, operating fully on-site. The facility is a spacious, open area with a diverse team from various backgrounds working towards a common goal of quality. Performance is measured by quality standards, emphasizing attention to detail. Working hours are Monday to Friday, from 5AM to 1:30PM, with expected overtime until 3PM and occasional Saturdays.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.25 - $17.25/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)

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 22, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Davenport,IA.

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.