Job Description

Forklift Operator and Material Handler

The Forklift Operator and Material Handler is responsible for safely moving products, raw materials, and other commodities within the plant. This role emphasizes safety awareness while operating mobile equipment and requires adherence to all safety rules and procedures. The operator will load and unload trucks, retrieve and deliver materials, and maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks received at the dock and complete related reports.
• Retrieve packaged deliveries, in-process products, and finished materials from the warehouse by operating a forklift.
• Deliver products and materials to the appropriate departments.
• Enter related transactions for receipts, shipping, or inventory movements into the OPM system if required.
• Complete forklift inspection reports daily and maintain forklifts in good operating condition.
• Perform housekeeping tasks in the warehouse, including maintaining work areas in an orderly fashion and keeping aisles and exits open at all times.
• Maintain a clean work environment both inside and outside the facility by using good housekeeping habits.
• Other work-related duties as assigned by the leader.

Essential Skills

• 1 year of experience with sit-down forklift operation.
• Experience handling liquid material on a forklift is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass forklift operator certification.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Reading and writing skills in English.
• Capable of passing an OSHA respirator physical.
• Ability to complete hazardous materials handling and hazardous waste management training requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Shipping & receiving experience.
• General production and machine operation knowledge.
• Material handling expertise.
• Familiarity with DOT regulations.
• Experience using RF scanners.
• Inventory management skills.

Why Work Here?

Our family-like culture is centered on our employees who embody our core values of being Responsive, having a Positive Attitude, Proactive, Integrity, Dependability, and Safety. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees feel safe, valued, and have the opportunity to succeed. The Des Moines site has grown immensely within the last 5 years, adding multiple buildings to their plant while maintaining a family-like culture despite being a national company.

Work Environment

Shift: 1st - 6am-2:30pm (hours might vary or change based on workload). During busy season, employees will work up to 10-hour days, usually from January to June. Location: Des Moines, Iowa. Team Size: Des Moines facility has a team of 12 people next to the main manufacturing plant. They also have 3 truck drivers that move loads back and forth. Environment: Clean, new warehouse facilities that are temperature-controlled. The company manufactures chemicals (herbicides) so there can be strong fumes within the warehouse. Dress Code: Uniforms and shoe protection provided.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

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.

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 Des Moines,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 21, 2026.

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