Job Information
Aerotek Forklift And Material Handler in Bettendorf, Iowa
Job Title: Material Handler (B Shift)
Job Description
We are seeking dedicated material handlers to join our dynamic team. This role involves the movement of all materials to and from the production department, ensuring the safe and effective operation of equipment such as forklifts, clamp trucks, and pallet jacks.
Responsibilities
Safely operate forklifts, clamp trucks, and pallet jacks.
Conduct daily pre-shift forklift checks, including battery changes.
Inspect products to ensure they are properly packaged for shipment.
Consistently lift boxes weighing up to 35 lbs.
Accurately complete labels and paperwork.
Verify correct weights and counts of materials.
Construct cardboard boxes from collapsed cartons.
Relieve packers for all scheduled breaks.
Essential Skills
Material handling experience.
Forklift operation proficiency.
Experience in production and picking.
Ability to operate sit-down and clamp forklifts, as well as pallet jacks.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Prior manufacturing experience.
Minimum of 6 months forklift experience.
Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
Why Work Here?
We offer a rewarding work environment with bonuses every June and December based on production and company performance. Enjoy a $1,000 referral bonus and up to $500 in bonuses for perfect attendance twice a year. We also provide 1 week of time off in your first year, increasing to 2 weeks in your second year.
Work Environment
Our facility operates on a shift schedule of 7am - 7pm (A & B shifts) and 7pm - 7am (C & D shifts), working 15 days per month. Specific information on temperature and cleanliness will be provided after a facility tour. Note that no-call, no-show incidents result in automatic termination, with 2 call-ins allowed per month.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bettendorf, IA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.50/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 Bettendorf,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 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.