Job ID: LB971859824
Location: Aurora, IL
Category: Industrial & Manufacturing
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 08/24/2026
Warehouse Associate – 2nd Shift | $21.00/hr Total Pay | 2:00 PM–10:00 PM | 1-Year Contract
What Matters Most
- Competitive Pay of $20.00 per hour plus $1.00 per hour shift differential, for a total of $21.00 per hour
- Schedule: 2nd Shift, 2:00 PM–10:00 PM
- Location: Aurora, IL
- 1-year contract opportunity
- Weekly Pay with direct deposit or pay card
- When you work through The Reserves Network, you are eligible to enroll in dental, vision and medical insurance as well as 401(k), direct deposit and the referral bonus program
Job Description
An established employer in Aurora, IL is seeking a Warehouse Associate with stand-up forklift experience to support its 2nd shift operation. In this role, you will operate material-handling equipment including stand-up forklifts, cherry pickers, turret equipment, and hand jacks to move, store, retrieve, and organize materials. You will help maintain accurate and efficient warehouse operations while following company safety procedures and maintaining a clean work environment. Previous stand-up forklift experience is required.
Responsibilities:
- Operate stand-up forklifts and other material-handling equipment to safely transport, store, retrieve, and locate materials.
- Pick and put away materials accurately and efficiently while supporting inventory and warehouse operations.
- Sort, stack, identify, audit, and locate parts and supplies as needed throughout the facility.
- Follow company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines and participate in team and safety meetings.
- Maintain a clean and organized facility using 5S practices and complete additional warehouse duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Stand-up forklift experience is required, including experience with equipment similar to Raymond or Crown.
- 1–2 years of warehouse experience.
- Ability to operate computers and scanners; working knowledge of SAP is preferred.
- Ability to read, understand, and carry out simple written and verbal instructions while managing multiple tasks and changing operational demands.
- Ability to stand for 8+ hours and perform job-related bending, pushing, and lifting of more than 30 pounds.
- Must be available to work in both cold and hot warehouse environments.
- Steel-toe footwear is required on day one.
- GED is preferred but not required.
Benefits and Perks:
- $21.00 per hour total pay ($20.00 base rate + $1.00/hour 2nd shift differential)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance eligibility
- 401(k)
- Weekly pay
- Direct deposit or pay card
- Referral bonus program
- Opportunity to build experience during a 1-year contract assignment
Your New Organization:
Join an established operation where safety, efficiency, teamwork, and organized warehouse practices are important to daily success. This 2nd shift opportunity offers hands-on experience with multiple types of material-handling equipment in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
Your Career Partner:
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
The base pay range for this position is $20.00–$21.00 per hour, excluding benefits, bonuses, or other compensation. Your final compensation will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal pay equity. Please note, hiring at the top of the range is uncommon to allow room for future growth.
