**Forklift Operator – $20–$24/hr | 4-Day Work Week |** **Location:** Pacific Junction, Iowa **Type:** Contract to Hire **Schedule:** Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM Looking for a role with **excellent pay** , **great hours** , and a **long weekend every week** ? This Forklift Operator position offers a **4-day work week** , **$20–$24/hour** , and the chance to work with **brand new equipment** in a dynamic team environment. **Pay & Perks** + **$20–$24/hour** , based on experience + **Weekly pay** + **4-day work week** – enjoy Fridays off! + **First shift hours** : 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM + Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision + **401K with 125% match** (7.5% match for every 6% you contribute) + Paid time off, wellness incentives, fitness reimbursement + Life insurance, disability, legal services, mental health support **Job Responsibilities** + Operate forklifts to move mulch products + Load hoppers with dry mulch and mix batches with dye + Exit loader frequently to assist with tasks + Collaborate with team members in a hands-on environment **What You’ll Need** + Experience operating forklifts and heavy equipment + Familiarity with batch mixing or plant operations + Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather + Team-oriented mindset and willingness to assist with other tasks **Work Environment** + Outdoor mulch production facility + Exposure to dust, heat, cold, and changing weather + PPE provided: hard hat, safety glasses, vest + Work closely with a supportive team **This is a** **great opportunity** **to join a company that values its employees and offers** **work-life balance** **,** **competitive pay** **, and** **room to grow** **. If you're ready to work hard and enjoy long weekends—** **apply today! Expect a call or text from Kason** **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 PACIFIC JUNCTION,IA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 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.