Material Handler

Material Handler

The Material Handler safely moves, kits, and prepares products for shipment within a large aerospace manufacturing environment. This role focuses on accurate verification of paperwork and work orders, adherence to shipping instructions, and efficient use of a sit-down forklift to handle materials and support warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

• Verify paperwork, work orders, and shipping instructions to ensure accuracy before processing materials.
• Kit materials according to work orders and production or shipping requirements.
• Move product safely and efficiently using a sit-down forklift and other material handling methods.
• Perform shipping and receiving activities, including checking incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Pick, pack, and palletize products and boxes for shipment and internal movement.
• Load and unload trucks while maintaining safe handling practices.
• Use a computer to enter, update, and verify material, shipping, and inventory information.
• Communicate clearly with team members and other departments to coordinate material flow.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in the warehouse and production support zones.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies while operating forklifts and handling materials.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency using a computer for data entry, documentation, and basic system navigation.
• Ability to communicate clearly, including reading and writing to interpret work orders and shipping instructions.
• Ability to operate a sit-down forklift safely, with preferred 2 years of forklift experience.
• Experience with material handling in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform shipping and receiving tasks, including loading and unloading trucks.
• Capability to stand for the duration of the shift and perform physical tasks such as lifting, moving, and packing materials.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with palletizing products and preparing boxes for shipment.
• Background in picking, packing, and packaging in a warehouse setting.
• Experience working as a warehouse worker or in a similar logistics role.
• Ability to train as a forklift operator if not already certified.
• Interest in gaining aerospace material handling experience.
• Familiarity with sit-down forklift operations in a production or manufacturing environment.

Why Work Here?

You will have the opportunity to build valuable aerospace material handling experience while working in a professional, well-structured manufacturing environment. The role offers exposure to established processes and systems, providing a strong foundation for career growth in logistics, warehousing, and production support. You will gain experience with recognized aerospace operations and benefit from consistent full-time hours and a stable work setting.

Work Environment

This position is based within a large aerospace manufacturing facility and supports both warehouse and production operations. The role involves working on-site in a busy industrial environment where you may be required to stand for the entire shift and perform hands-on material handling tasks. Typical schedules include Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., depending on assignment. The environment includes regular use of sit-down forklifts, palletizing equipment, and standard warehouse tools, with a focus on safe movement of materials and adherence to established procedures. No vision test is required for this kitting-focused role.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Middletown, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.41 - $23.41/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 Middletown,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026.