Forklift Operator $18/hr

Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated Material Handler to operate sit-down forklifts in a large non-climate-controlled paper recycling plant. The role involves forklift operation for 90% of the shift, with the remaining 10% dedicated to cleaning, emptying boxes, and throwing boxes into the compactor. The shift is from 12noon-8pm PM to , Monday through Friday, and we have two openings available.

ResponsibilitiesOperate sit-down forklifts efficiently in a large non-climate-controlled environment.Perform cleaning tasks, including emptying boxes and throwing boxes into the compactor.Load and unload trailers as required.Maintain a clean and organized work area.Essential SkillsAt least 6 months of recent forklift experience, specifically sit-down forklifts.Experience in loading and unloading trailers.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with Linde forklifts is a plus but not required.Ability to work in a dirty environment with cardboard and paper covering the floors.Must be able to wear jeans and steel-toed boots at all times.

Work Environment

This is one of the largest recycling plants in Omaha, characterized by a dirty work environment with cardboard and paper covering the warehouse floors. The facility is not climate-controlled, meaning it can be very cold in the winter and very hot in the summer. However, our forklifts are equipped with heaters for the winter months and will have air conditioning starting in September. Employees must wear jeans and steel-toed boots at all times.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $17.50

• 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 OMAHA,NE.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 2, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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