Warehouse Associate

Material Handler - Shipping & Receiving Responsibilities • Load and unload inbound and outbound trucks. • Package products for shipment using skids, crates, and boxes. • Process routine shipping and receiving paperwork. • Operate sit-down forklifts and turret trucks after training and certification. • Pick and stage materials for shipping and production. • Support assembly teams through kitting, repackaging, and material staging. • Perform visual inspections of incoming materials. • Update inventory and storage locations within SAP. • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment. • Dispose of scrap and packaging materials according to company procedures. • Conduct routine inspections of material handling equipment. Requirements • Previous sit-down or stand-up forklift experience required. • Comfortable working at heights using a turret truck forklift. • Ability to load and unload trucks in a fast-paced warehouse environment. • Willingness to perform a variety of warehouse duties beyond forklift operation. • Strong attention to safety, quality, and teamwork. • Comfortable working in an industrial environment with occasional paint and oil odors. Preferred Qualifications • Shipping and receiving experience. • Turret truck forklift experience. • Experience with Bills of Lading (BOLs). • Inventory control or SAP experience. Pay & Shift Available Openings 1st Shift • 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM 2nd Shift • 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM Pay: Competitive pay based on experience. What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out? • Two paid 20-minute breaks every shift. • Clean, modern, climate-controlled facility. • Industry-leading safety culture. • Strong team-oriented environment. • Excellent long-term stability with employees averaging 10-15 years of tenure. • Opportunity to develop skills in logistics, shipping/receiving, inventory, and material handling. If you're a dependable warehouse professional with forklift experience and looking for a company where employees build long-term careers, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step with Flender. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elgin, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.42 - $21.42/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 Elgin,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 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.