Warehouse Worker Job at Aerotek in Cedar Rapids

Job Title: Warehouse Worker

Job Description

As a warehouse worker, you will measure and cut metal accurately using a tape measure, load trucks with prepared materials and products, and operate forklifts and other material handling equipment (training provided). You will utilize RF scanners for inventory tracking and order picking, perform cycle counts, and manage inventory to ensure accuracy. Additionally, you will safely operate side loaders, overhead cranes, and other warehouse equipment (training provided), follow all safety protocols, and maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the warehouse and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Order selecting using high reach/side loader forklift and sit-down forklift.
• Sorting and banding material once picked.
• Operating overhead crane as needed.
• Not solely a forklift role; includes order selecting, maneuvering material, loading trucks, and banding metals.
• Lifting up to 55 lbs independently (team lift or forklift for heavier items).
• Training provided for any tasks not already known.

Essential Skills

• Experience with measuring, warehouse operations, production, and forklift operation.
• Familiarity with material handling, machine operation, RF scanners, cycle counts, and inventory management.
• Ability to operate a side loader and overhead crane.
• Physical capability to lift up to 55 lbs independently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift, side loader, and RF scanner experience is a plus.

Why Work Here?

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage. You will have access to a 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and post-tax contributions, life insurance options, short and long-term disability, health spending accounts, and transportation benefits. Our Employee Assistance Program supports work-life balance, and we provide time off/leave options including PTO, vacation, and sick leave. Additional incentives include a $2/hour attendance bonus, 401k match, profit sharing, and free basic life and AD&D insurance. Enjoy 9 paid holidays, and incremental raises at 6 months and 1 year of hire.

Work Environment

You will work in a clean, open-bay warehouse. The position is for the 2nd shift (2pm - 10:30pm, Monday-Friday) with 52-55 hours weekly. Initial training includes 2-3 weeks of classroom training followed by 3-4 weeks of hands-on training, with recertification on forklifts and overhead cranes regardless of prior certifications.

Job Type & Location

This is a position based out of Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00

• 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 Cedar Rapids,IA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 14, 2024.

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.

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.