**Job Title: Forklift Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to join our warehouse team. The role involves operating a sit-down forklift and utilizing a radio frequency (RF) scanner within a warehouse management system. The position also includes some computer tasks on the dock, such as generating paper/orders for drivers and loading bulk liquids and tankers. **Responsibilities** + Operate lift trucks, pallet jacks, or hand trucks to move materials to proper departments or areas. + Utilize a radio frequency (RF) scanner to track inventory movements. + Process daily LTL and parcel shipments. + Operate shrink wrap machines. + Unpack, examine, and route incoming shipments, rejecting damaged items, recording shortages, and corresponding with appropriate personnel to rectify issues. + Maintain inventory of shipping materials and supplies. + Perform necessary computer functions to track various aspects of goods. + Support the shipment of produced goods and the receipt of goods and supplies for production/storage. + Report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor. + Ensure an adequate supply of shipping materials is always on hand. + Maintain a clean and orderly work area and equipment, adhering to prescribed safety regulations. + Verify all paperwork against product/materials coming in and out of the facility. **Essential Skills** + Experience with shipping and receiving, warehouse operation, and inventory control. + Proficiency with RF scanners. + Experience in loading, warehouse, construction, batching, mixing, fertilizer, machine operation, stacking, labelling, and production. + Ability to operate a forklift and perform general production tasks. + Experience with chemical handling and general labor. + Familiarity with warehouse inventory and ERP systems. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Minimum of 1+ year experience in a farm or outdoor work environment, or in a production facility operating machines. + Ability to lift 50+ lbs. + Capability to stand and perform physical work all day, including overtime. **Why Work Here?** Join a dynamic team in a brand new facility in Aurora, with opportunities for growth as the team expands from 4 to 30 members. Enjoy a collaborative work environment with a flexible schedule that includes rotating Saturdays off. Embrace a culture that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. **Work Environment** Work in a brand new facility with a team that will grow to 30 members. The dress code is jeans and steel-toe boots. Typical hours are from 7am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, with extended hours during busy seasons. Saturdays are rotated, offering flexibility for those who prefer additional work. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Aurora, NE. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $23.00/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 Aurora,NE. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Dec 31, 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.