**Immediate Hirring For Forklift Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to efficiently transport unfinished and finished materials using a sit-down Toyota propane forklift equipped with a clutch brake. You will be responsible for loading and unloading trailers, utilizing an RF scanner, and operating a touch screen computer to access product locations. Your role will also involve handling bundles of cardboard and preparing them for printing. **Responsibilities** + Operate a sit-down Toyota propane forklift to move materials. + Load and unload trailers using forklift and RF scanner. + Utilize a touch screen computer to determine product locations. + Load bundles of cardboard onto lines for printing. + Remove plastic wrapping and paper inserts from bundles. + Transport bundles to and from machinery and docks. + Stage, wrap, and unwrap materials as needed. + Adapt to fast-paced machinery and workflow. + Operate a clutch brake with multi-pedal control. **Essential Skills** + Minimum of 3 years of experience with sit-down propane forklift. + Proficiency in operating a clutch brake. + Ability to handle materials without skids or pallets. + Experience in material handling. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with corrugated materials. + Familiarity with highly automated environments. **Why Work Here?** Join a medium-sized, well-organized plant that values quality over speed. You'll enjoy a laid-back atmosphere with a focus on teamwork and efficiency. We offer a structured training program and opportunities to work in a highly automated environment. **Work Environment** The plant is medium-sized with around 30 employees focused on quality and organization. The environment is highly automated, offering a laid-back yet efficient workflow. Steel toe boots are required for safety, and you may occasionally work on Saturdays. The role includes first shift hours from 6 am to 2 pm, and second shift hours from 2 pm to 10 pm, with initial training on the first shift for two weeks. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/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 Chicago,IL. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2025. **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.