Material Handler

Material Handler / Packaging Associate

Now Hiring: Material Handler | Warehouse Associate | Production Worker

Are you looking for a hands-on opportunity in a clean, temperature-controlled manufacturing environment? We are seeking a dependable Material Handler / Product Tester to inspect, test, clean, and package returned products to ensure they meet quality standards before being reissued. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in warehouse operations, production, material handling, quality inspection, packaging, and general labor.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect returned products and identify defects, damage, or quality concerns.

• Test products to verify functionality and ensure all features operate correctly.

• Use testing equipment and tools to perform product evaluations and quality checks.

• Clean and prepare products to meet quality and presentation standards.

• Package tested products securely for shipment or reissue.

• Perform general labor and production support duties throughout the facility.

• Maintain accurate handling procedures and follow established work instructions.

• Communicate product issues and recurring defects to supervisors or quality teams.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Support warehouse and production operations as needed.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of manufacturing, production, warehouse, or general labor experience.

• Experience performing product inspection, packaging, or material handling duties.

• Ability to identify defects and perform detailed quality checks.

• Comfortable working with testing equipment and following testing procedures.

• Ability to stand for an entire shift and perform repetitive tasks.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines.

• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Joliet, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $16.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Joliet,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.

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.

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.