Stand Up Forklift Job at Aerotek, Des Moines, IA

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  • Aerotek
  • Des Moines, IA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Stand up Forklift Operator
Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Stand-up Forklift Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience operating stand-up forklifts in a warehouse or cold storage environment. This role requires precision, speed, and the ability to work in very cold conditions. You will be responsible for organizing materials within the warehouse, loading and unloading trucks, and scanning products in and out.

Responsibilities
  • Operate a stand-up forklift to organize materials within the warehouse or cold storage facility.
  • Load and unload trucks, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
  • Scan inbound and outbound products using computers and scanners.
  • Assist on the dock with loading and unloading trucks as needed.
  • Stack and move products around the warehouse floor.
  • Work in a physically demanding environment, lifting up to 75 lbs repeatedly.
  • Adapt to working in temperatures ranging from 40 degrees to negative 10 degrees.
Essential Skills
  • Experience operating a stand-up forklift for at least 1 year.
  • Proficiency in working within a cold storage environment for at least 1 year.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment for at least 1 year.
  • Comfortable using computers and scanners for inventory management.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience with reach trucks is preferred.
  • Experience in warehouse inventory and material handling.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Why Work Here?

Our company promotes from within, offering numerous opportunities for advancement and career growth. We believe in cross-training our employees, allowing them to gain experience in various areas. Join us and be a part of a team where your hard work is recognized and rewarded.

Work Environment

You will be working in very cold temperatures, ranging from 40 degrees to negative 10 degrees. The dock area is heated in the winter but can get hot in the summer. The shift is from Monday to Friday, 4:30 pm - 1:00 am, with potential extended hours on Fridays. The dress code includes a freezer coat, sweatshirts, jeans, and steel-toe boots, with hats and gloves recommended. We provide all necessary freezer gear.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of DES MOINES, Iowa.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.50/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 DES MOINES,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 14, 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Contract work, Temporary work, Summer work, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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