Material Handler

Job Description

Job Description Now Hiring: Material Handler (Forklift Operator)

Join a clean, climate-controlled facility with a team that values YOU!

️ Position Overview:

We’re looking for a dependable and skilled Material Handler to keep our warehouse operations running smoothly! In this role, you’ll primarily operate a sit-down Drexel forklift while supporting key functions like order picking, staging, shipping, and receiving.

If you enjoy staying active, working in an organized environment, and being part of a supportive team—this is the opportunity for you.

What You’ll Do:

✅ Safely operate a sit-down Drexel forklift for most of your shift

✅ Accurately pull and stage customer orders for shipment

✅ Unload incoming trucks and move materials to storage or production

✅ Wrap pallets securely to ensure safe and stable shipments

✅ Support daily warehouse tasks: picking, packing, shipping, and receiving

✅ Organize and stage inventory to keep operations efficient

✅ Step off the forklift as needed to assist with loading, unloading, and packaging

✅ Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace

✅ Follow all safety procedures and company standards

What You Bring:

✔️ At least 1 year of warehouse or material handling experience

✔️ Experience operating a sit-down forklift (Drexel preferred)

✔️ Familiarity with shipping, receiving, picking, packing, and staging

✔️ Ability to lift up to 40 lbs regularly

✔️ Strong attention to detail and accuracy

✔️ Comfortable working both on and off equipment throughout the day

✔️ Reliable, safety-focused, and team-oriented

➕ Bonus Skills (Nice to Have)

✨ Experience in manufacturing or production environments

✨ Experience in pallet wrapping and freight preparation

✨ Inventory handling or dock work experience

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

✅ Clean, climate-controlled facility

✅ Organized, efficient workspace

✅ Friendly team and positive company culture

✅ Employees are respected, valued, and supported

✅ Consistent schedule for work-life balance

Schedule:

Monday – Thursday

⏰ 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Enjoy 3-day weekends every week!

Work Environment:

You’ll work in a modern manufacturing facility using standard warehouse equipment. The role combines forklift operation with hands-on tasks, keeping your day active and engaging in a safe, well-maintained environment.

Ready to Get Started?

Apply today and become part of a team that keeps things moving!

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lenexa, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/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 Lenexa,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 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.

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.

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.