**Job Title: Warehouse Worker** **Job Description** We are seeking dedicated individuals for Warehouse Worker positions located in South Bend, IN. The role involves operating a sit-down forklift for a significant portion of the day and using a pallet jack to move materials within the warehouse. The position requires working 12-hour shifts, including every other Wednesday. The schedule alternates between 48-hour and 36-hour work weeks. Prior experience using an RF Scanner is essential as it is utilized for locating and storing materials in the warehouse. A forklift skills assessment will be conducted during the interview. The facility is brand new, temperature-controlled, and equipped to ensure a comfortable working environment. **Responsibilities** + Operate a sit-down forklift proficiently. + Utilize a pallet jack to move materials around the warehouse. + Use an RF Scanner to locate and store materials accurately. + Adhere to instructions for staging materials. + Stand for the entire 12-hour shift. + Lift and pull up to 50 lbs. + Work over holidays as required. **Essential Skills** + Proven experience in forklift operation. + Proficiency in using an RF Scanner. + Ability to stand for 12-hour shifts. + Capability to lift and pull 50 lbs. + Strong adherence to instructions for material staging. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Prior experience in general labor, material handling, order picking, shipping and receiving, and inventory management. + Willingness to wear steel-toed boots and pants as required. **Why Work Here?** Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as critical illness, accident, and hospital plans. Secure your future with a 401(k) Retirement Plan offering both pre-tax and post-tax contributions. Additional benefits include life insurance, short and long-term disability, a Health Spending Account, transportation benefits, an Employee Assistance Program, and generous time off. Join a company that values your well-being and offers a supportive and flexible work environment. **Work Environment** Work in a state-of-the-art, temperature-controlled warehouse setting focused on distribution and logistics. The facility operates on a four-shift schedule, offering both day and night shifts to accommodate diverse needs. Enjoy a modern and comfortable working environment with a focus on safety and efficiency. **Hours are nights, Thursday-Saturday and every other Wednesday 4:00pm-4:00am** **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of South Bend, IN. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 South Bend,IN. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 12, 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.