Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

The selected candidate will play a versatile role in the facility, engaging in multiple tasks. The aim is to cross-train all employees across various processes within the facility.

Responsibilities

Lift and handle general materials weighing up to 50lbs consistently throughout the day.

Break down raw materials efficiently.

Fill sacks and stack them on pallets for forklift operations.

Move pallets of material from one point to another within the facility.

Operate a forklift, pallet jack, and potentially some front-end loaders.Essential Skills

2+ years of Forklift Operating Experience

Proficient math skills for weighing out materials

Experience operating mobile equipment such as sit-down forklifts, overhead cranes, skid steers, and railcars.Additional Skills & Qualifications

2+ years of heavy equipment operation including bulldozers, front-end loaders, bobcats, and overhead cranes.

Ability to lift over 50 pounds.

Proven reliability and attendance.

Leadership experience is a plus.

Experience as a farm hand is beneficial.

Railroad experience is advantageous.Why Work Here?

After a satisfactory 90-day period, employees are eligible to transition to full-time positions with excellent benefits, including paid time off. There is potential for early direct hire based on performance.

Work Environment

The facility is not climate-controlled and tends to be dusty on the shop floor, with some tasks requiring work outside the shop.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 La Porte,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 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.