Material Handler

This role supports a heavy industrial manufacturing operation by safely handling, moving, and preparing materials for production. You will primarily use overhead cranes, perform manual material handling, and assist with tasks such as drilling, cleaning, and measuring materials to precise specifications. The position requires flexibility to perform a variety of duties and contributes directly to efficient and safe production flow.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders or follow verbal instructions to determine which materials or containers need to be moved or delivered.
• Load and unload materials by hand onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves in a safe and organized manner.
• Operate overhead cranes to move large industrial materials, ensuring proper rigging, balance, and safe transport.
• Drill materials and clean poles as needed, adapting to a flexible range of tasks based on production requirements.
• Measure materials accurately, including material going to the burn table, using a tape measure down to 1/16 of an inch.
• Move product to and from chip bins and trash containers as needed to support housekeeping and production flow.
• Assist with general labor and production tasks, including manual labor and unloading, as directed by supervision.
• Support machine operation tasks as needed, particularly as experience grows and responsibilities expand.
• Follow all safety guidelines and rules, consistently employing safe working habits in all material handling activities.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area, helping to ensure a safe and efficient manufacturing environment.

• Proven overhead crane experience in a heavy industrial environment.
• Demonstrated heavy industrial material handling experience with large materials and loads.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately, including measurements down to 1/16 of an inch.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Experience with general labor, production support, and manual material handling tasks.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work orders accurately.
• Strong commitment to following safety guidelines and employing safe working habits at all times.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Willingness and physical ability to perform manual labor in a heavy industrial setting.

• Machine operation experience preferred, particularly for future opportunities once brought on directly.
• Experience working with overhead cranes more frequently than forklifts in an industrial environment.
• Flexibility to handle a wide variety of job duties and shift between tasks as production needs change.
• Experience in unloading materials and organizing them in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Comfort working in a non-climate-controlled facility with industrial equipment and processes.

The organization offers a clear path for growth, allowing you to start in a material handling role and progress into operator positions and eventually into lead or supervisor roles once hired directly. You will work in a setting that values safety, skill development, and flexibility, providing opportunities to expand your experience with industrial equipment and production processes. This environment supports long-term career development for individuals who are motivated, reliable, and eager to take on increasing responsibility.

Work Environment

This position is based in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing facility with heavy industrial equipment and processes. The schedule runs Monday through Friday from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., offering consistent daytime hours. You will primarily work with overhead cranes rather than forklifts and perform significant manual labor, including lifting, moving, and handling materials by hand. The environment involves active production areas, chip bins, trash containers, and burn table operations, requiring adherence to strict safety practices and appropriate industrial work attire and personal protective equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tulsa, OK.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Tulsa,OK.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 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.