Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator / Material Handler - Romeoville, IL

2nd shift available

$19/hr+

Job Description

This role focuses on safely operating forklifts and related material handling equipment to support shipping, receiving, production, and storage activities in a manufacturing environment. You will load and unload shipments, move and stage pallets, maintain accurate documentation, and support overall warehouse and production efficiency while adhering to safety and housekeeping standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document forklift inspections at the start of each shift and immediately report any required repairs to the logistics leadership team.

• Load all outgoing shipments accurately and safely, ensuring all required shipping paperwork is completed and turned in to the office before the end of each shift.

• Move pallets from the production area to designated shipping or drying areas in accordance with schedules and instructions.

• Wrap, strap, and prepare pallets for shipment or storage as directed, including strapping and wrapping stock pallets in racks to ensure stability and safety.

• Report completed work as finished, attach pallet tags correctly, and remove all pallets from the Arcomats in a timely manner.

• Put away stock in the racks, scan items to their correct locations, and maintain accurate inventory placement.

• Deliver packaging materials to the Acromat areas as required by the production schedule to support continuous production flow.

• Maintain housekeeping standards by picking up garbage and bags from floors, emptying garbage containers, and sweeping floors daily before the end of each shift.

• Notify the lead or supervisor of any tipped pallets in the racks or other safety concerns in the storage areas.

• Work overtime or weekends when required and notified by management to meet production and customer needs.

• Train new hires when requested, sharing best practices in forklift operation, material handling, and safety procedures.

• Assist in the materials warehouse and perform other tasks or assignments within the scope of the business as directed by management.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Romeoville, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $ - $ /yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Romeoville,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.