Forklift Operator**
**2nd Shift | $19 | Montgomery**
**Overview**
We are seeking experienced Forklift Operators to join our shipping department. You will need to operate sit down and stand-up forklifts, handle shipping documentation, and perform other general warehouse tasks. Effective communication with team leads and clerks is essential. This role is available on the 2nd shift from 2pm to 10:30pm, with overtime opportunities. If you are interested in this position, then please apply today and an Aerotek recruiter will reach out within 24-48 hours.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate a sit-down forklift for approximately 75% of the day.
+ Perform full pallet picking and handling of gaylords with the forklift.
+ Conduct individual case picking as needed.
+ Label pallets with the correct purchase order ticker.
+ Shrink wrap pallets manually.
+ Collect appropriate paperwork from freight carriers.
+ Ensure compliance with safety standards, including wearing steel toe boots.
+ Lift items weighing up to 55 lbs.
**Essential Skills**
+ Proven experience in operating a sit-down forklift.
+ At least one year of experience in material handling, shipping & receiving, and order picking.
+ Ability to manage bills of lading and work with ERP systems.
+ Familiarity with SAP and UPS WorldShip is a plus.
+ High school diploma.
**Work Environment**
You will be working in a large facility within a team of 5-10 people. The environment is extremely team-oriented and fast-paced. It can be loud and dirty, depending on the specific area of the facility. Steel toe boots are required.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plainfield, Illinois.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Montgomery,IL.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 19, 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.
**2nd Shift | $19 | Montgomery**
**Overview**
We are seeking experienced Forklift Operators to join our shipping department. You will need to operate sit down and stand-up forklifts, handle shipping documentation, and perform other general warehouse tasks. Effective communication with team leads and clerks is essential. This role is available on the 2nd shift from 2pm to 10:30pm, with overtime opportunities. If you are interested in this position, then please apply today and an Aerotek recruiter will reach out within 24-48 hours.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate a sit-down forklift for approximately 75% of the day.
+ Perform full pallet picking and handling of gaylords with the forklift.
+ Conduct individual case picking as needed.
+ Label pallets with the correct purchase order ticker.
+ Shrink wrap pallets manually.
+ Collect appropriate paperwork from freight carriers.
+ Ensure compliance with safety standards, including wearing steel toe boots.
+ Lift items weighing up to 55 lbs.
**Essential Skills**
+ Proven experience in operating a sit-down forklift.
+ At least one year of experience in material handling, shipping & receiving, and order picking.
+ Ability to manage bills of lading and work with ERP systems.
+ Familiarity with SAP and UPS WorldShip is a plus.
+ High school diploma.
**Work Environment**
You will be working in a large facility within a team of 5-10 people. The environment is extremely team-oriented and fast-paced. It can be loud and dirty, depending on the specific area of the facility. Steel toe boots are required.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plainfield, Illinois.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Montgomery,IL.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 19, 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.
Job ID: 484744992
Originally Posted on: 7/10/2025
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