**Material Handler – Forklift Operator** **About the Role** We’re seeking an experienced Material Handler to join our team in a fast-paced, climate-controlled manufacturing environment. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in ensuring smooth material flow throughout the facility by operating forklifts, managing inventory, and supporting production teams. **What You’ll Do** + Safely operate a sit-down forklift to move materials throughout the facility + Use RF scan gun to track and manage inventory accurately + Load and unload trailers efficiently and inspect inbound/outbound products for quality and accuracy + Assist machine operators by delivering raw materials and removing finished goods + Act as a team lead for material handling activities (no direct management responsibilities) + Maintain a clean and organized work area while following all safety protocols **What We’re Looking For** + High School Diploma or GED + Minimum 6 months of manufacturing experience + At least 1 year of forklift operation experience + Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a team-oriented environment **Why You’ll Love It** + Competitive benefits package including 401(k), health, dental, and vision coverage + Paid holidays and company-sponsored outings + Work in a clean, climate-controlled facility + Dress Code: Steel-toed boots, jeans/khakis, and t-shirt (PPE provided) **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Iowa City, IA. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $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 Iowa City,IA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Dec 19, 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.