Material Handler

Job Description

Job Description

Material Handler Role Overview

The Material Handler plays a key role in daily warehouse operations by accurately picking, packing, staging, and moving products using stand‑up reach trucks and other equipment. You’ll help keep production running smoothly by maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting food safety standards, and working efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.

• Operate warehouse equipment including stand‑up reach trucks, stand‑up forklifts, and pallet jacks to move, pick, and stage products safely.
• Follow SOPs and production schedules to complete accurate picking, packing, and staging.
• Use RF scanners and warehouse systems to track inventory and update orders in real time.
• Inspect inbound shipments for accuracy, quality, and damages; report discrepancies promptly.
• Perform receiving duties including unloading trucks, verifying counts, and organizing materials.
• Support inventory management through cycle counts, stock rotation, and maintaining accurate stock levels.
• Maintain GMP- and SSOP-compliant work areas with strong focus on cleanliness and organization.
• Monitor equipment performance and report safety or maintenance concerns immediately.
• Handle materials safely to protect product integrity and support food safety standards.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production and shipping timelines.
• Participate in required training for safety, equipment operation, and warehouse procedures.

• Direct experience operating stand‑up reach truck forklifts
• 1+ year of picking/packing experience in a warehouse or distribution environment
• Proficiency with reach trucks, forklifts, pallet jacks, and related equipment
• Experience with order picking, packing, loading, and unloading
• Receiving experience including verifying shipments and organizing materials
• Ability to use RF scanners and warehouse computer systems
• Strong material handling skills for safe movement, stacking, and staging
• Ability to follow SOPs, GMPs, and SSOPs consistently
• Comfort working at heights on high warehouse racks
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment

• Experience in a non‑climate‑controlled warehouse
• Familiarity with inventory practices such as cycle counting and stock rotation
• Strong attention to detail for accurate picking and documentation
• Solid communication skills for reporting issues and coordinating tasks
• Commitment to safety and proper equipment use

You’ll join a warehouse team that values safety, quality, and teamwork . This role offers hands‑on equipment experience, exposure to modern inventory systems, and clear procedures that help you succeed. With ongoing training, structured workflows, and a culture of accountability, you’ll have a strong foundation to grow your material handling career.

• Fast‑paced warehouse with frequent equipment use
• Non‑climate‑controlled facility with seasonal temperature changes
• Work at heights on high racks and navigate active aisles
• Strong emphasis on safety, GMPs, SSOPs, and maintaining a clean workspace
• PPE and appropriate warehouse attire required

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brooklyn Center, MN.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Brooklyn Center,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2026.

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.