Forklift Operator

**Forklift Operator – Roll Forming & Production**

**Join the nation’s largest manufacturer of metal roofing and building systems! We’re looking for a reliable and safety-conscious Forklift Operator to support our dynamic production team in Rock Island, IL.**

**What You’ll Do**

+ Operate roll forming equipment to produce metal roof and wall panels.

+ Conduct quality checks to ensure products meet specifications.

+ Perform tooling changeovers and adjust equipment for different profiles.

+ Program work orders and report daily production and scrap.

+ Safely operate a forklift to transport raw and finished goods (training provided).

+ Package finished products and build crates/skids using saws and nail guns.

+ Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

+ Support other departments as needed.

**What You Bring**

+ 6+ months of manufacturing experience.

+ Forklift operation experience (or willingness to be trained).

+ Ability to read a tape measure down to1/16 inch.

+ Experience with hand and power tools (saws, nail guns, shears, etc.).

+ Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

**Why Join Us?**

+ Opportunities for raises upon permanent hire ($1–$3/hour).

+ Participate in safety and performance incentive programs(gift cards, luncheons).

+ Flexible start times and a supportive team environment.

**Work Environment**

+ Fast-paced production facility with a team of ~15 employees.

+ Dress code: jeans, shirt, safety gear (steel-toed boots required).

**Pay and Benefits**

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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 Rock Island,IL.

**Application Deadline**

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 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.