Job Information
Aerotek Forklift Operator in East Moline, Illinois
Forklift Operator – 1st Shift - $18
? East Moline, IL
? Shipping & Receiving Department
We’re looking for an experienced Forklift Operator to join a small, supportive warehouse team in East Moline. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys consistent work, a steady schedule, and the chance to grow into a lead role after being hired on.
What You’ll Do
Replenish pick locations from overstock bins
Stock inbound inventory
Assist order pullers with large or heavy orders
Pull coil orders as needed
Help reorganize warehouse and maintain clean work areas
Follow all safety procedures
Complete accurate product movement documentation
What We’re Looking For
Essential Skills
Previous warehouse and receiving experience
Minimum 1 year of forklift operation in an industrial environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
Additional Preferred Skills
Experience with RF scanners
Sit-down forklift experience
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Minimal overtime → great work/life balance
Small team environment where you’re not just a number
Opportunity to advance into a lead role after direct hire
Work Environment
Smaller warehouse team
Non–climate-controlled facility (warm in summer, cool in winter)
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 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 East Moline,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 6, 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.