Aerotek is seeking a **1st shift Forklift Operator in La Porte, IN.** The chosen candidate will be wearing multiple hats in the facility. We aim to cross-train everyone on all processes within the facility. There are currently two openings: one for a heavy equipment operator working outside and one for an inside general labor position. **Responsibilities** + Operating sit-down forklift to stage materials in the facility + Breaking down raw materials into smaller orders based on order specifications + Lifting 50+ pounds consistently + Operating equipment to load/unload railcars + Loading large bags of raw materials for larger orders + Filling sacks and stacking them on pallets for forklift operator **Essential Skills** + 2+ years of forklift operating experience + Math skills for weighing out materials + Experience operating mobile equipment, including sit-down forklifts, overhead cranes, heavy equipment, skid steers, skid loaders, bobcats, and railcars + Ability to lift 50+ pounds + Proven reliability and attendance **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + 2+ years of heavy equipment operation (bulldozer, front-end loader, bobcat, overhead crane, etc.) + Leadership experience + Experience as a farm hand + Railroad experience **Pay $18-$20/hour** **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.