1st Shift Stand Up Forklift Operator - Now Hiring

Job Title: Material Handler

Job Description

This role focuses on safely and efficiently handling materials within a clean distribution and manufacturing environment. You will load and unload trailers and trucks, verify incoming and outgoing shipments, operate a variety of material handling equipment, and use computer systems and barcode scanners to support automatic receiving, shipping, and order fulfillment. The position requires strong attention to detail, adherence to safety and quality standards, and the ability to work across multiple stations and departments based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload all inbound and outbound trailers, trucks, vans, and other vehicles while consistently using all required safety devices and following established distribution center procedures.
• Verify incoming receipts against delivery manifests and/or purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
• Use receiving forms and maintenance records correctly and maintain familiarity with all related documentation processes.
• Learn and operate computer terminals and systems in an automatic receiving and shipping environment to support inventory and order processing.
• Stock merchandise in proper locations according to standard company practices and established warehouse layout.
• Operate various types of manual and powered hand trucks, stand-up reach trucks, PE rider forklifts, pallet jacks, and other industrial lift trucks to move and stage merchandise.
• Fill customer orders using computer-generated picking documents to accurately select merchandise ordered.
• Pack a variety of products into standard containers according to prescribed practices and prepare orders for pickup or loading onto delivery trucks.
• Prepare items according to customer-specific packaging, labeling, and shipping requirements, ensuring compliance with departmental procedures.
• Operate material handling equipment including vertical balers, pallet jacks, two-wheel carts, barcode scanners, conveyors, air machines, sealed air systems, and shipping manifest systems.
• Maintain awareness of all products and their specific handling requirements to ensure safe and proper storage and movement.
• Monitor warehouse inventory levels and replenish inventory into warehouse racking as needed to support smooth operations.
• Assist the warehouse team with assigned tasks and collaborate across departments to meet daily operational goals.
• Perform any or all assigned duties, including working at or rotating to multiple stations, work centers, or departments based on business needs.
• Master all functions required of a Level 2 associate as a prerequisite for eligibility to advance to Level 3.
• Obtain and maintain certification on all material handling equipment, barcode scanners, printers, and related warehouse tools.
• Consistently lift and move items up to 50 pounds as part of daily material handling activities.

If you're interested in this position, please contact Melissa at (847) 580-2812. Don't miss out on this great opportunity! Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Lincolnshire, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/hr.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Lincolnshire, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lincolnshire,IL.

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.