Material Handler - Forklift

Job Title: Material Handler

Job Description

The Material Handler safely moves raw materials, in-progress work, and finished metal products throughout a manufacturing facility to support efficient production and shipping operations. This role operates sit-down forklifts and other material handling equipment, follows production orders, and ensures materials are accurately staged, labeled, and prepared according to specifications. The position plays a key role in maintaining a clean, organized, and safe warehouse and production environment.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and move raw materials, in-progress work, and finished metal products throughout the facility.

• Pull, stage, and organize materials based on production needs and work orders.

• Operate sit-down forklifts to transport materials safely throughout warehouse and production areas.

• Read and follow basic production orders to ensure materials are accurately prepared for processing.

• Use tape measures and basic measuring tools to verify material sizes and specifications.

• Assist machine operators by supplying materials and maintaining consistent workflow.

• Palletize, label, and stage finished products for shipping or storage.

• Perform shipping and receiving tasks, including loading and unloading trucks and verifying materials.

• Pick, pack, and prepare orders according to instructions and inventory records.

• Use pallet jacks and other material handling equipment to move products efficiently.

• Perform basic inspections to ensure materials meet quality and production standards.

• Conduct visual safety checks and report damaged materials or unsafe conditions promptly.

• Support inventory control activities such as cycle counts, labeling, and inventory tracking.

• Use basic computer skills to update inventory information and order status as needed.

• Maintain clean and organized work areas in both warehouse and production spaces.

• Follow all company safety guidelines and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.

• Operate all equipment safely and in accordance with company procedures.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in material handling within a warehouse or manufacturing environment.

• Proficiency operating sit-down forklifts safely in warehouse and production areas.

• Experience with pallet jacks and other common material handling equipment.

• Experience in warehouse operations, including shipping and receiving, order pulling, picking, packing, loading, and unloading.

• Ability to perform inventory control tasks such as cycle counts, labeling, and inventory tracking.

• Capability to read and follow basic production orders and work instructions.

• Ability to use tape measures and basic measuring tools to verify material sizes and specifications.

• Basic computer skills to support inventory and order processing activities.

• Ability to stand and reach with hands and arms for extended periods.

• Ability to walk, sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as required by the job.

• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 45 pounds, and occasionally lift, with assistance, up to 100 pounds.

• Demonstrated ability to operate equipment safely and follow safety guidelines consistently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing or metal products environment.

• Experience in warehouse inventory management and inventory control processes.

• Familiarity with shipping and receiving documentation and procedures.

• Strong attention to detail when labeling, staging, and verifying materials.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy.

• Strong communication skills to coordinate with machine operators and other team members.

• Comfort working around loud manufacturing equipment.

• Commitment to maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a long-term contract-to-hire path, providing stability and the potential for ongoing career growth. You benefit from competitive pay and consistent hours that support work-life balance. The role includes paid time off and access to dental and vision benefits, contributing to your overall well-being. You join a team-oriented environment where safety, reliability, and continuous improvement are valued.

Work Environment

You work in a manufacturing facility that can be loud due to production equipment and machinery. The role is physically active and involves regular standing, walking, lifting, and operating material handling equipment such as sit-down forklifts and pallet jacks. You spend time in both warehouse and production areas, handling metal products and interacting with various parts of the operation. Safety procedures and the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) are strictly followed to maintain a safe and orderly workplace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sacramento, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/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 Sacramento,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 6, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.