Material Handler

Material Handler

Job Description

The Material Handler safely operates a sit-down forklift to move materials, supports warehouse operations, and serves as a team lead within the warehouse by coordinating daily activities without direct management responsibilities. This role focuses on loading and unloading trailers, using RF scanners and internal shipping systems, and inspecting products to ensure accuracy and quality in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift safely and efficiently to move materials throughout the warehouse.

• Load and unload products from trailers in the warehouse, ensuring accurate placement and secure handling.

• Utilize an RF scan gun to scan, track, and verify inventory and shipments.

• Use the internal shipping system as needed to process orders, shipments, and documentation.

• Inspect inbound and outbound products to verify quality, accuracy, and compliance with requirements.

• Assist machine operators with materials, including staging, replenishing, and removing materials as needed.

• Act as a team lead within the warehouse by coordinating daily tasks, supporting team members, and promoting safe and efficient workflows, without direct supervisory or disciplinary responsibilities.

• Support general warehouse activities such as assembly, production support, shipping and receiving, and general labor tasks.

• Follow Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines and adhere to all safety and quality procedures.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area, contributing to the overall cleanliness of the facility.

• Communicate effectively with warehouse staff, operators, and other departments to ensure smooth operations.

• Participate in initial and ongoing training, including one week of first-shift training, to stay current on procedures and safety standards.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.

• At least 6 months of manufacturing or production experience.

• At least 1 year of forklift experience, specifically with sit-down forklifts.

• Experience in material handling within a warehouse or production environment.

• Ability to operate an RF scan gun or RF scanner for inventory and shipping tasks.

• Ability to perform general labor tasks in a warehouse setting.

• Strong attention to detail for inspecting inbound and outbound products.

• Ability to follow GMP guidelines and safety procedures.

• Capability to act as a team lead, coordinating tasks and supporting coworkers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in assembly and production support in a manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with internal shipping systems or warehouse management systems.

• Comfort working in a structured, process-driven environment with GMP requirements.

• Strong communication skills to collaborate with operators and warehouse staff.

• Ability to adapt to different shifts, including training on first shift for one week.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a supportive environment that offers room for growth, paid holidays, and comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan to support long-term financial goals. The company promotes a positive culture with company outings and a clean, climate-controlled facility that supports comfort and safety at work.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing facility that produces bottles and caps for products such as shampoo, conditioner, and mouthwash. The warehouse and production areas are very clean and temperature controlled, providing a comfortable and organized work setting. Employees follow Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines and receive guidance and documentation on these standards. The dress code requires steel-toed boots, long pants such as jeans or khakis, and a t-shirt; ear plugs, hair nets, and similar protective items are provided as needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Liberty, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $19.50/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 North Liberty,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 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.