Material Handler

Job Description

Job Description

Material Handler – Structural Steel (First Shift | Full-Time) Join a team that keeps production moving.

We’re looking for a reliable, safety-focused Material Handler to support our structural steel fabrication operation. In this role, you’ll operate forklifts, move heavy steel, and ensure welders and fabricators have what they need to keep production running efficiently.

If you enjoy working hands-on, staying active, and being part of a hardworking team , this is a great opportunity to build your skills in a stable and growing environment.

As a Material Handler, you’ll play a key role in the flow of materials across our shop and yard:

• Safely operate a forklift to transport structural steel throughout the facility
• Load and unload flatbed trailers and incoming/outgoing shipments
• Stage materials for welders and fabricators to support continuous production
• Receive, organize, and store steel inventory accurately
• Pick and prepare materials for production or shipment
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
• Work outdoors regularly while managing yard operations
• Follow strict safety procedures while handling heavy materials and equipment
• Communicate with team members to ensure orders and production needs are met

• Experience operating a forklift in a warehouse, yard, or industrial setting
• Strong material handling, especially with heavy or oversized items
• Ability to safely load/unload trucks, including flatbeds
• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions
• Knowledge of safety practices related to heavy materials and equipment
• Ability to stay organized and support a fast-paced production team

Bonus Experience (Preferred):

• Structural steel handling or fabrication environment experience
• Familiarity with welding operations and shop workflows
• Order picking/packing in a manufacturing or warehouse setting

• ✅ Consistent Day Shift Schedule – Home every evening
• ✅ Excellent Earning Potential – Double time and triple time available for weekend work
• ✅ Long-Term Stability – Full-time hours with reliable workload
• ✅ Great Benefits Package
  • Health & dental insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • 401(k) with up to a 4% company match
• ✅ Team-Oriented Environment – Work alongside skilled trades professionals
• ✅ Hands-On Work – Stay active and engaged throughout your day

• Schedule:
  • Monday–Thursday: 5:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday: 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM
• Work Setting:
  • Mix of indoor production shop and outdoor yard (approx. 75% outdoors)
  • Work around heavy steel, forklifts, and fabrication equipment
  • Heated outdoor areas available during winter months
  • Fast-paced, safety-driven environment

If you’re dependable, safety-conscious, and ready to take on a physically active role in a production setting, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a Permanent position based out of Somerset, WI.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Somerset,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 2026.

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.

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.

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.

Company Description

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.