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Forklift Operator

Aerotek
  • Cottage Grove, MN
  • $22–$23.50 Per Hour
1 day ago

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description
Forklift Operator - Start Immediately$22.00-$23.50/hr | Weekly Pay | Direct Placement

Join a stable, safety-focused warehouse team where you'll play a key role in keeping shipping and production operations running smoothly. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands-on work, value accuracy, and are looking for a long-term career opportunity with direct placement and weekly pay.

What You'll Do
  • Band units and verify load tags to ensure shipments are properly secured and accurately labeled
  • Stage products and efficiently load and unload trailers throughout the shift
  • Perform visual quality inspections and verify truck counts before shipments leave the dock
  • Complete and maintain accurate paperwork for inbound and outbound loads
  • Follow all safety policies and report any safety concerns, accidents, or incidents immediately
  • Complete assigned monthly online safety training
  • Maintain dependable attendance and reliability
  • Read production schedules to prepare the correct rolls for upcoming paper grades
  • Safely operate forklifts and handle paper rolls in accordance with company procedures and training
Pay & Schedule
  • Pay: $22.00-$23.50 per hour
  • Weekly Pay
  • Direct Placement Opportunity
  • Available Shifts:
    • 2nd Shift
    • 3rd Shift
Qualifications
  • Previous forklift experience preferred
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
  • Ability to lift, move, and handle materials safely
  • Reliable transportation and consistent attendance
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
  • Weekly pay
  • Direct hire placement
  • Long-term stability
  • Safety-first work environment
  • Team-oriented culture
  • Opportunities to grow and develop your skills
  • Apply today and start building your future with a company that values hard work, safety, and reliability.
Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Cottage Grove, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $52000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Health VisionDental 401K PTOProfit Sharing Monthly

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cottage Grove,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

\nCompany 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.

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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationCottage Grove, MN
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$22–$23.50 Per Hour
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Year Founded1983
Websitehttps://www.aerotek.com/

About Company

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.  

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.

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
  • Aviation Industryunmatched
  • Business Solutionsunmatched
  • Candidate Screeningunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Facilities and Maintenanceunmatched
  • Forkliftunmatched
  • Fortune 500 Customersunmatched
  • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Material Movingunmatched
  • Production Scheduleunmatched
  • Quality Controlunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Shipping Operationsunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Warehousingunmatched

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