Job Description

Forklift Operator And Material Handler

Join our team as a Forklift Operator and Material Handler in a large distribution center. You will be responsible for building pallets for canned dry goods to be shipped to grocery stores and retailers. In this role, you will operate a stand-up forklift in a fast-paced production environment, picking, packing, and customizing pallets based on client orders. A headset will guide you through the warehouse, ensuring efficient and accurate order fulfillment.

Responsibilities:

• Build pallets for canned dry goods according to client orders.
• Operate a stand-up forklift in a fast-paced environment.
• Pick and pack items using a headset for guidance.
• Navigate the warehouse efficiently to fulfill orders.
• Ensure each pallet is customized to client specifications.

Essential Skills:

• Experience with forklift operation, specifically stand-up forklifts.
• Order picking and packing skills.
• Ability to perform general labor tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Ability to stand for 8-10 hours a day.
• Capacity to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively.
• Minimum of 6 months of forklift experience, or over 1 year in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Why Work Here?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Once permanent, employees can access two years of free trade or community secondary education for their children. There is an opportunity to move to the first shift and earn paid time off/vacation after becoming a direct employee. Potential for a raise is available after being hired on, with competitive hourly rates.

Work Environment:

Work in a large, climate-controlled distribution center that is very clean and organized. You will be part of a dynamic team in a well-structured and efficient work environment.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eldridge, IA.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $17.00/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 Eldridge, IA.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 8, 2025.

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