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Forklift Operator 1st Shift (East Moline)

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Aerotek

East Moline, IL (In Person)

$37,440 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/15/2026

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Job Description

  • Urgent Hiring - Forklift Operator - $18
  • 1st shift: 6am-2:30pm East Moline, Illinois
  • Job Summary
  • We are seeking a reliable
  • Forklift Operator
  • to support our shipping and receiving operations on 1st shift. In this role, you will safely handle materials, maintain inventory flow, and help keep the warehouse organized and efficient. This position plays a key part in ensuring accurate product movement in a
  • fast-paced industrial environment
  • .
    • Key Responsibilities
    • + Operate a forklift safely and efficiently throughout the shift + Replenish pick locations using overstock inventory + Stock inbound materials in correct bins and storage areas + Assist with
    • picking and staging large orders
    • as needed + Load and unload trucks and perform general material handling + Pull coil orders and other materials to support production and shipping + Maintain accurate documentation for inventory and product movement + Support warehouse organization and process improvement efforts + Follow all safety policies and maintain a clean, organized workspace + Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment •Required Qualifications•+ •1+ year of forklift experience•in an industrial or warehouse setting + Previous •warehouse and receiving experience•+ •Ability to safely handle materials, load/unload, and move inventory•+ •Experience with picking, stocking, and inventory management•+ •Strong attention to detail and accuracy•+ •Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities•+ •Commitment to workplace safety and procedures•Preferred Qualifications•+ Experience replenishing pick locations and stocking inbound inventory + Experience in pulling and staging large orders + Exposure to warehouse reorganization or process improvement initiatives + Strong reliability and work ethic for 1st shift operations •Why Join Us?
    • + Work in a
    • small, team-oriented environment
    • where you're valued +
    • 1st shift schedule
    • with minimal overtime for better work-life balance + Opportunity for
    • career growth
    • , including potential advancement into leadership roles + Stable, supportive workplace focused on safety and efficiency
    • Work Environment
    • + Non-climate-controlled warehouse (hot in summer, cold in winter) + Small team setting within the shipping and receiving department + Noise levels range from moderate to occasionally loud + Active role involving forklift operation, material movement, and standing throughout the shift
    • Job Type & Location
    • This is a Contract to Hire position based out of East Moline, IL.
    • Pay and Benefits
    • The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 East Moline,IL.
    • Application Deadline
    • This position is anticipated to close on May 25, 2026.
    • 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.
    • 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.

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