Immediate Hirring For Production Associate (Forklift)

Forklift Operator – 1st Shift $16

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM

Training Period: 1–3 weeks

About the Role

We are seeking reliable Production Associates to join our team in East Moline, IL. In this role, you will support daily warehouse operations across multiple departments, including Cell, Saw Operator, Receiving, Shipping , and other areas as needed. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, variety in daily tasks, and opportunities to grow.

Your main responsibilities include pulling copper tubing and pipes for major customers, preparing materials for shipment, and ensuring all products are packaged safely and accurately.

Key Responsibilities

• Move pipe to designated pick locations
• Accurately and efficiently pull customer orders
• Bar code and label pipes according to specifications
• Bundle and wrap pipes for shipment
• Cut pipes based on detailed cut sheets
• Identify and segregate scrap materials
• Wrap products securely for shipment
• Assist with truck unloading and loading
• Prepare outbound shipments with proper labeling and packaging

Essential Skills

• Experience in production and forklift
• Proficient use of hand tools and operating basic machinery
• Ability to perform inventory tasks, loading, unloading, and material handling
• Knowledge of shipping, receiving, assembly, labeling, and packaging processes

Additional Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Able to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Reliable, organized, and able to work both independently and as part of a team

Work Environment

• Non‑climate‑controlled warehouse
  • Hot in summer
  • Cold in winter
• Noise level varies from quiet to loud depending on department and tools
• Physical, hands‑on work environment

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of East Moline, IL.

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in East Moline,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 28, 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.