Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Title: Operator

Job Description

This position involves operating the toting stations, filling super sacks with oatmeal and other grain ingredients to be sent to customers for use in popular products. After filling and removing the supersack from the tote station using a forklift, you will enter the product into inventory using the warehouse information system, print labels for tracking, and transport the labeled, tied, and stretch-wrapped supersack to the warehouse for temporary storage. During intervals between tasks, you will organize supplies, check magnets for foreign material, perform quality checks, and maintain cleanliness of the work area.

Responsibilities

Operate toting stations and fill super sacks with grain ingredients.

Use forklifts to transport supersacks from tote stations.

Enter products into inventory using warehouse information systems.

Print and apply labels for tracking purposes.

Organize supplies and check magnets for foreign materials.

Perform quality checks and maintain work area cleanliness.

Store supersacks in drive-through industrial racks.

Load bulk trailers with oatmeal and oat flour.

Assist mill operators as needed.

Communicate effectively and work as a team member.

Adhere to safety policies and good manufacturing practices.Essential Skills

Experience in production and general labor.

Proficiency in assembly and machine operation.

Forklift and drive-through rack experience preferred.

Ability to handle packaging, inspection, and load tasks.Additional Skills & Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Good oral and written communication skills.

Ability to work with a variety of personalities.

Basic math skills.

Basic computer knowledge.Why Work Here?

Enjoy raises every six months for four years and yearly bonuses ranging from 10% to 12%.

Work Environment

Work involves exposure to small grains and grain dust, with tasks performed outdoors for the majority of the day, depending on position. Some tasks require working indoors and at heights.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Ansgar, Iowa.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 Austin,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 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.