About this role
Warehouse Picker (1st Shift)Job DescriptionThe Warehouse Picker (1st Shift) plays a key role in a large parts distribution center by accurately sorting, picking, packing, and preparing products for shipment. This position focuses heavily on quality and attention to detail, handling items that range from small handheld boxes to heavy machine parts using lifting equipment. You will work fully on-site in Davenport, Iowa, supporting the safe and efficient movement of goods across the facility.Responsibilities
• Sort boxes and place them on the correct pick pallets for forklift operators. • Pick and pack products of various sizes, from small boxes to thousand-pound machine parts, using appropriate lifting equipment. • Use an RF scanner to accurately track, locate, and process inventory and orders. • Load and unload semi-trailers with completed pallets in a safe and efficient manner. • Support general warehouse labor tasks, including inventory handling, order picking, packaging, and truck loading/unloading. • Follow established quality standards to ensure correct parts are picked, packed, and shipped to the proper destination. • Maintain a strong focus on attention to detail to prevent mix-ups and incorrect overseas shipments. • Work collaboratively in a diverse, multicultural team environment toward a shared goal of quality. • Adhere to all safety procedures when operating or working around forklifts and other material handling equipment. • Be flexible with working hours, including mandatory overtime and regular Saturday work when required. Essential Skills
• 36 months of warehouse experience. • Ability to lift up to 75 lbs on a regular basis. • Comfort working mandatory overtime and occasional Saturdays. • Ability to work safely with and around forklifts and other lifting equipment. • Experience with picking and packing products in a warehouse or distribution environment. • Ability to use or learn RF scanners for inventory and order processing. • High attention to detail and strong focus on quality. • Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and inclusive environment. • Flexibility with working hours and shift requirements. Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Forklift experience is preferred but not required; candidates must be willing to work on a forklift and complete training. • Experience in warehouse distribution, order picking, packaging, and general labor is beneficial. • Comfort working in a large, open parts distribution facility with a variety of products and equipment. • Ability to follow established quality procedures and standards consistently. • Strong reliability and willingness to learn new equipment and processes. • Contract-to-hire opportunity with an initial duration of 90 days. Why Work Here?Employees benefit from structured forklift training and certification, opening doors to broader material handling responsibilities and career growth. The role offers strong long-term advancement opportunities within a quality-focused distribution environment. Team members enjoy a supportive and inclusive culture that values meticulous work, along with a generous paid time off package that includes three weeks of PTO after one year, helping maintain a healthy work-life balance.Work EnvironmentThis is a fully on-site position in a large, open parts distribution center located in Davenport, Iowa. The facility handles a wide variety of products and utilizes multiple forklifts and lifting equipment throughout the operation. The culture is inclusive and diverse, bringing together people from different backgrounds and experiences who work toward a common goal of quality. Performance is measured by adherence to quality standards rather than sheer productivity volume, making attention to detail critical to success. One minor mix-up can result in a product being shipped overseas to the wrong facility, so accuracy is highly valued. The 1st shift schedule runs from 5:00am to 1:30pm, and the 2nd shift runs from 3:00pm to 1:30am, with frequent overtime extending to 2:00am. The standard workweek is Monday through Friday, with an expectation of working Saturdays as needed. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Davenport, IA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $16.00 - $17.00/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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Davenport, IA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Davenport,IA.
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.
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