Job Description
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Join a groundbreaking, state-of-the-art facility in the corrugated packaging industry. This role offers the unique opportunity to be part of a newly established site equipped with the latest technology, designed to enhance production efficiency. We are seeking a highly motivated Clamp Truck/Forklift Operator ready to contribute to a fast-paced environment while prioritizing safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Operate clamp trucks and forklifts to move rolls from trucks and warehouses to the corrugator for consumption.
- Recognize and correct or report any safety, quality, or production issues using provided tools.
- Work hands-on with limited supervision, demonstrating initiative and a self-driven approach.
- Follow instructions and work constructively to meet shipment deadlines and conduct unloading within guidelines.
- Adhere to all safety procedures and intervene if observing unsafe practices by coworkers.
- Ensure high levels of quality, productivity, and attention to detail.
- Communicate with operators, superintendents, shipping department, and customer service to assure loads are accurate and damage-free.
- Offload incoming loads timely and place them in the correct location.
Essential Skills
- Minimum 2 years of Roll Clamp Truck Forklift experience.
- Ability to work overtime, typically 60 hours Monday to Friday with occasional Saturday work.
- Proficiency in reading measuring tapes and rulers, and using basic shop math.
- Capacity to learn and follow instructions, ask questions, and work effectively as part of a team.
- High attention to detail and dexterity in controlling equipment to prevent damage.
- Comfortable lifting up to 60 lbs throughout the day.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Corrugated or converting industry experience preferred but not required.
- Proven attendance record.
- Drive for results and a strong work ethic.
- Ability to work independently with a team-first mindset.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy working in a brand new, state-of-the-art facility with plans to double in size over the next decade. Benefit from competitive wages, full suite of benefits, and a supportive work environment. Our facility offers growth opportunities, company-sponsored events, and a unique internal café featuring fresh fruits, snacks, juices, and a coffee bar. Employees are eligible for conversion to full-time after six months, with additional benefits such as vacation and retirement savings plans.
Work Environment
Experience working in a spacious 550,000 square foot facility with modern technology and well-ventilated areas, though not climate controlled. Safety gear including steel-toed boots, safety vests, glasses, and ear protection are mandatory. The facility is still completing construction, requiring temporary hard hat use. Candidates should be prepared to be on their feet, utilizing spacious work areas in the Converting and Corrugating Departments. Currently operating on the first shift, with plans to expand to second and third shifts by the end of the year.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 Carpentersville,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 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.
Company DescriptionWe 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 meet 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 in solving 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.
Company Description
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 meet 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 in solving 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.