Forklift Driver

Warehouse: Sit-Down Forklift Driver

Job Description

The Warehouse Worker plays a key role in accurately selecting, preparing, and staging customer orders for shipment in a fast-paced distribution environment. This position involves frequent use of RF scanners and material-handling equipment to move, load, and unload products while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Use RF scanners to accurately select customer orders for shipping, ensuring the correct quantity and type of products are picked.
• Operate material-handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks safely to move items from storage areas to appropriate staging areas.
• Mark, label, and prepare all orders as required to ensure they are ready for shipment.
• Verify that outbound shipments are accurate, properly documented, and free from damage before they leave the facility.
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks, ensuring products are handled carefully and placed in the correct locations.
• Support inventory control activities by handling, organizing, and tracking products as needed.
• Read and interpret customer orders and related paperwork to ensure correct order fulfillment.
• Use basic computer systems as needed to support order processing, shipping, and inventory tasks.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members in a positive, proactive manner to meet daily operational goals.
• Perform various other duties and assignments as requested by management to support the overall functioning of the department and warehouse operations.

Essential Skills

• Experience working in a fast-paced distribution or warehouse environment.
• Ability to use RF scanners for order selection or a strong willingness to learn this technology.
• Ability to safely maneuver and lift up to 50 lbs regularly and occasionally up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time and frequently stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as an effective team member.
• Effective communication skills to interact with supervisors and coworkers.
• Ability to read and understand customer orders and other written documentation.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime and Saturdays during peak periods.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift experience is a plus.
• Prior experience with RF scanners is preferred but not required.
• Basic computer skills are a plus.
• Previous experience with material handling, order picking, loading, unloading, and shipping is beneficial.
• Comfort working with inventory processes and product organization.
• Proactive attitude with a willingness to assist supervisors and coworkers as needed.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive package that supports both their professional growth and personal well-being. The organization offers 11 paid holidays, paid time off, and extremely affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance to help maintain a healthy work-life balance. A 5% 401(k) match and tuition reimbursement support long-term financial security and career development. Team members enjoy clear opportunities for career advancement and growth within the company. In addition, employees may qualify for a sign-on bonus after 90 days of employment and a referral bonus for recommending successful new hires, rewarding commitment and contribution to the team.

Work Environment

This role is based in a standard warehouse environment with a large volume of product and active distribution operations. Work is performed on-site, primarily on concrete floors, with frequent standing, walking, lifting, and movement throughout the facility. The position involves regular use of RF scanners, forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other material-handling equipment. The warehouse operates multiple shifts, including a first shift from Monday to Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and a second shift from Monday to Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., with the potential for overtime and Saturday work during peak selling times. The environment is fast-paced and team-oriented, focused on safety, accuracy, and efficient order fulfillment, with a practical, task-appropriate dress code suitable for warehouse work.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lake Zurich, IL.

The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $27.36/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Lake Zurich,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026.

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.